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FAMILY FUN WITH A PURPOSE

12th Annual TOCO Family Music Festival September 27 & 28

Columbia Parks: The Place To Be!Page 25

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PUBLISHERROBERT LUDWIG

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MANAGING EDITORCherie Washow

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9 Xavier Ludwig: Voice of Generation I

27 Pastor Darrell Jones talks about Grandparenting and God

28 Sue Hezel: The State of the Arts

51 Garrett Peek: Practice, We Talking about Practice?

52 Dr Almeda Lahr-Well: Why Johnny (or Janie) can’t read, write…or “do” math!!!

The 12th Annual TOCO Family Musical Festival: Family Fun With a Purpose! TOCO invites families to spend some family time at Jellystone Park this month

CPR: IF your electronics need reviving, the Metro East Area now has a place to take them.

Metro East Parent School Showcase: Belleville West High School - Come join The Maroons on their first day of school and their upcoming year!

Baby’s First Haircut - Learn how to handle the momentous yet sometimes daunting first haircut with Jessica at Kiddo’s Closet & Clips

“Catch 22” Bellfield Opens For Miracle League Every child deserves a chance to play ball, the Miracle League helps fulfill the Field of Dreams for many in the Metro East Area!

Metro East Parent Sport’s Showcase: O’Fallon Cross Country - Starting off Pre-season ranked 7th in the country, O’Fallon has built a legacy of runners for years to come

Coaching and workout tips from the ProsSt. Louis University Assistant Coach and Big River Personal Coach Tim Bradley, Julie Bokerman of ProRehab, and Scott Harres of Bare Hands Crossfit give tips for the runner of all ages.

Metro East Parent Community Showcase: Columbia! Come visit the beautiful scenic wonder of Columbia as we tour the One Room Schoolhouse, various parks, and find out what is happening in the community!

Metro East Parent Business Showcase: Smileology and Synergy Therapuetics - Metro East Parent Columnist Dr. Angie opens up a new innovative clinic in Columbia to treat the whole body through dentistry!

Experience the Colors of Fall Join Metro East Parent as we venture into the wonders of the area as the season changes!

November is Childhood Cancer Awareness MonthLeaps of Love shares with us the tragedy of Childhood Cancer!

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This week marks the 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King’s speech “I Had a Dream”. Together my son and I watched the video of one of the single most important oratory landmarks of all time, and it forced

us to reflect and have a meaningful talk about race relationships today. My son is bi-ra-

cial. To look at him it is not apparent what races he is derived from, unless he is with his mother. We spoke about his column last month and about the difficulties he has today, in today’s society, by being bi-racial, and realized that even though our country has come leaps and bounds since 1963, we still have a long road ahead of us to fulfill Dr. King’s dream. Being white I may not see the underlying racism that we face as a country. Yes, things are said in front of me that I would dare not repeat and that appalls me. Derogatory names are whispered in conversations. I guess it is simply because I am white that the other person feels comfortable saying such things, not knowing how uncomfortable it makes me or knowing that my son is bi-racial. Yet, it continues and I either try to correct them or just simply walk away. Last summer my son played basketball on an all black team out of East St. Louis. My friends and family questioned whether I had lost my faculties, and did so again when my son ran for an all black track team this summer. Being raised in a predominantly white town in Southern Illinois, the experiences and lessons my son learned on both teams were invaluable. He has made friends on both teams that he will have for a lifetime. But it was travelling across the country with these teams that we both learned how intolerable this country is still towards race. While in Memphis last summer I took some of the members of his team to the Civil Rights Museum where we learned first hand the struggles of those who fought for basic freedoms, and then I learned from each player as they opened up on the way home and told me of their own experiences and plight. I was astonished at the stories I heard on the long trip back, and even from my own son who has dealt with racism in his life. Fifty years later from that historic day on Lincoln Memorial Square, I do not think Dr. King would be satisfied with where we as a nation are today. Yes we have a bi-racial President, but even that has stirred some of the deep rooted racism that had not raised it’s ugly head in decades. When we have cases like George Zimmerman that divide us as a nation, or Southern States passing laws to disenfranchise minority voters, it makes me wonder just how far we have come and how much further we have to go. We each have a dream for our children, much like Dr. King, and it is up to us to make sure that not only our dreams come into fruition, but the dreams of our children as well, of all children, no matter their skin color.

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Friday, September 20, 2013

Registration: 8:30 AM Workshop: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

This workshop will benefit any Early Childhood Special or General Educator, Administrator, Teacher Assistant, Related Service Provider, Parent Educator, Parent and/or Family Member.

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FridaySeptember 20, 2013

Registration: 8:30 AMWorkshop: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

This workshop will benefit any Early Childhood Special or General Educator, Administrator, Teacher Assistant, Related Service Provider,

Parent Educator, Parent and/or Family Member.

For the 12th consecutive year, the TOCO (Tapestry of Community Offer-ings) Family Festival offers an amazing array of activities including Music & Camping, Art, Food, & Beverage Vendors, plus a Campsite Decorating Contest, Costume Contest, Parade Float Decorating Contest, Collective Arts Project, Kids’ Concerts & Kids’ Club & Kids’ Club Underground with a variety of children’s entertainment including face painting, performanc-es & workshops by St. Louis Music & Science Teachers & St. Louis Hoop Club, Playground, Mini Golf, & Game Room. The 2013 benefit takes place

at scenic Jellystone Park Resort© at Six Flags St. Louis (5300 Fox Creek Rd. Eureka, Missouri) Friday September 27th & Saturday September 28th. With reserved camping options ranging from free field camping to deluxe, there is a choice for every kind of festival family member.

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Family Fun PurPoseThe 12th Annual TOCO Family Music Festival at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park!


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The gates of fun open at 3pm on Friday & close at 3pm on Sunday. Musical acts include: Elemental Shakedown, BOB,

Aaron Kamm & The One Drops, Sully, Old Salt Union ,Hatrick, The Rhythm Section, Vitamen A, EarthSol, Broken Cookie, Mother Meat, Flea Bitten Dawgs, Stone Sugar Shakedown, Chromotones, Space Coyote, Following the Water, Trophy Mules, Greg Silsby, Snarky Gargoyles, Cree Rider Family Duo, Auset Music Project, Ellen the Felon, Acous-tic Anonymous, Cosmic Collaborative, Scandelaros, & more. To purchase tickets or to find out more information including great camping options & com-plete band schedule please visit www.tocofestival.org , email: [email protected], or call 618-257-TOCO (8626). Do something good while making wonderful memories with your family this year at TOCO Family Festival. Tapestry of Community Offerings as-sists children & families in need through green & community partnerships in order to build a strong, diverse, sustain-

able future. Through direct grass-roots events fundraising & the operation of the TOCO Shop -a resale outlet-- TOCO has created direct service programs which are designed to enrich the lives of children & family members in our surrounding community. Whether by providing basic human needs such as clothing & house wares, or through improving educational opportunities, each of the TOCO services improves the quality of life for children & family members in our neighborhoods. TOCO currently hosts six community programs. One of them is the TOCO Sponsorships in the Arts. TOCO hosts students in karate, dance, gymnastics, music, & more; providing their month-ly lessons, teachers, & equipment in order that they might flourish & see an improvement in the quality of their lives. Here is an excerpt from a letter written by the parent of one of TOCO’s Sponsor-ship in the Arts students:

Voice of Generation “I”by XAVIER LuDWIG

One of mine and my father’s favorite movies is Coach Carter. I hear from my father on a constant basis that I can only be in sports as long as my grades are up to his standards of me. A Student Athlete is a Student first, and an Athlete second. Hence the name, Student Ath-lete, as my father has always reminded me. If my grades get dangerously close to an A- (or an Asian F, as I like to put it), then the handcuffs are brought out and I am grounded to my desk until my grade comes back to a comfortable A. But no matter what I do in academics, athletics, or if it is just trying to help out my father with his work, I am required to always try my best. I am expected to be my best. In Coach Carter, the coach always asked the high-school players what their deepest fear was. Most of the time he was met with blank and confused stares. What is our deepest fear as teenagers? Our girlfriend breaking up with us? Los-ing a basketball game? Getting an A- in class? As teenagers I am sure each of us have had experiences in our lives that have brought out our deepest fears, or so we thought so at the time. As teenagers, we each have made choices in our lives that have sabotaged our future, or so we thought at the time. Somehow the sun still comes up the next morning, and that crisis that we did not think we could live through is soon a memory.

If I am confusing you, I apologize. We do that also as teenagers. What has any of this have to do with the poem above, or Coach Carter? At the end of the movie, Timo, a young Hispanic ex-gang member comes back to the basketball team after his cousin is shot. Timo expresses his thanks to Coach Carter by reciting the “Deepest Fear” poem to him. I was only six years old when I first saw that movie, and have seen in countless times since, but it wasn’t until recently that I believe I know what Timo meant, what the writer meant in writing it. Or I at least I think I know what it means as it pertains to me. We are meant to shine, even when the darkness is around us, especially when the darkness surrounds us. We are meant to be that brilliant light so others can use us for guidance. We are the future of this country, of this world, and we should not shy away from that responsibility. But we, as teenagers, cannot let the other crabs in the bucket pull us back down from what we are truly meant to be only to make them feel more adequate. For all of those doubters, whether they

are family or friends, we have to leave them behind in order for us to move for-ward. If they choose to follow our light, it is there, bright as the sun. If their only goal is to snuff out the fire within us, and bring us back down to their level to make them feel more comfortable, then we cannot allow that to happen. God has created us in His image, and to not try and fulfill our greatest potential is a discredit to Him. The abilities He gives us is His gift to us, by utilizing that gift to the best of our ability is our gift back to Him. Again, if I am confusing you, I am sorry. But those whom I am directing this to know. They are not confused. I am very transparent in my message to them. You will not, you cannot, make me shrink from what I am to be, or the path I have chosen to get me there. My light is my own guidance, you may follow, or please just simply move out of the way.

You may email Xavier with any questions to:

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“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.

It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us.We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, handsome, talented and fabulous?

Actually, who are you not to be?You are a child of God.

Your playing small does not serve the world.There is nothing enlightened about shrinking

so that other people won’t feel insecure around you.We are all meant to shine, as children do.

We were born to make manifest the glory of God within us.It is not just in some; it is in everyone.

And, as we let our own light shine, we consciously give other people permission to do the same.

As we are liberated from our fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”

~Marianne Williamson

Until recently, Metro-East families had few choices when it came to the repair of their mobile phones and electronic devices. With the recent arrival of CPR Cell Phone Repair in Fairview Heights, the Metro-East finally has a qualified, affordable option for the repair of cell phones, tablets, iPods and game consoles such as the Xbox 360 and Sony PlayStation.

With over 150 stores in North America, CPR Cell Phone Repair is the oldest and most widely known and respected brand name in the Cell Phone Repair industry. Dedicated to the repair of today’s most popular personal electronics like Apple’s iPhone, Samsung’s line of Galaxy phones, iPads, iPods, and other electronic gadgets, CPR’s retail outlets offer on-premise, “while-you-wait” service specializing in the repair of broken cell phone and tablet screens,

liquid damage restoration, charging problems, broken LCDs and much more. CPR Cell Phone Repair Fairview Heights also buys, sells and trades personal electronics in the store.

“We are thrilled to bring CPR’s customer friendly repair platform to the Fairview Heights community. Consumers need a professional and reliable service experience for their most precious devices. We are confident that our trained technicians and friendly customer service team will meet the ever-increasing needs of our community,” says Lawrence Hatcher, who, with his wife Lindsay, owns and operate the Fairview Heights franchise location.

Before their arrival, consumers had to rely solely on their manufacturer’s warranty or on costly insurance programs offered by the nation’s wireless carriers when their devices broke down or malfunctioned. Oftentimes, these programs simply offer a replacement program where the consumer’s damaged device is replaced with a refurbished model. As dependent as today’s consumers are on their phones and tablets, this option often proves too expensive and time-consuming to meet the needs of most people.

In response, quick service repair shops have crept up in mall kiosks and gas stations amongst other venues. But these here today, gone tomorrow operations often fail to meet the quality standards consumers expect when it comes to their electronic devices. “The troves of sensitive personal data people have on mobile phones and iPads demands a service organization which respects the value of those data,“ Lawrence says. He adds, “we

have the team, the tools and the policies in place to ensure data are kept safe and secure.” Their focus on security and professional quality workmanship positions CPR to support professional and corporate communities as well. Businesses depend on countless electronic gadgets and other devices to keep operations running smoothly. When one thing breaks down, so does their productivity. CPR’s Corporate Maintenance Plans keep those gadgets and devices supported and operational in tip-top shape. “Your business is too important not to have a back-up plan in place,” Lindsay frequently tells small business owners.

In an age when electronic gadgets have become omnipresent but their warranties wear out faster than the devices they protect, the Metro-East is relying more and more on CPR Cell Phone Repair to save their mobile life. For more information, please visit http://cpr-fairviewheights.com

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There are many schools who make a lasting impression on us, but any school that can tout the academic

excellence, athletic competitiveness, and the love for molding the future leaders of the Metro East Area, yet still cites one of the greatest literary minds of the student’s parents generation in a marble monu-ment in the school plaza has definitely made that impression. Belleville West High School, Home of the Maroons, has time and time again proven they belong among the elite schools in the Metro East Area. With a graduation rate well above the state and federal average, the teachers and staff demonstrate the way to connect to each student and help them through the tough teen years they experience, and also pre-pare them for the future obstacles they will surely face as adults. Among the graduates of the 2013 class of Belleville West were both State and National Honors, Division 1 Athletes, and full tuition scholarships to local and national colleges and universities. The future Class of 2014 looks even more promising.

The 2012-2013 Academic Year Bel-leville West High School saw seven of the member of the Boys Track Team go to State, ten members of the Girls Track Team come home with a 2nd Place Tro-phy at IHSA State, nine students qualify for the State Math Competition, two boys acheive Eagle Scout, two students inducted into the National Merit Scholar-ship Program, four members of the Girls Tennis Team qualify for State, Peirre Gee-Tucker make the All State Football Team, Jesse Jordan Make the All State Soccor Team, two members of the Soccor Team make the All Sectional Team, Cody Essien take 2nd Place athe the IHSA State Speech and Acting Tournament, De-mechico Spraggins win the Gold Medal at the IHSA State Wrestling Meet, with two of his teammates taking 3rd and 5th place, and many morea accolades. This year looks just as promising as the new academic year kicks off. During our visits at Belleville West High School we were able to meet some of the area’s brightest future stars. Upperclassman who not only helped the incoming Freshmen by answering

questions, but actively saught out those who looked lost on their first day. We met teachers and staff that led the cheers at the Freshman Pep Rally. But most of all we met student after student who were proud of the fact that they attended Belleville West High School, whether it was thier first year or last. Each spoke of the gratitude they had to the teachers and staff, and of the blessing they experience with their time at Belleville West High School. By the way, the literary genius that defined the generation of the parents is no other that Ferris Bueller. In the outdoor plaza his famous quote is etched in marble. Belleville West High School Students pass by it daily, and as some of the incoming Freshman stopped to read it, one asked who Ferris Bueller was. A Sophomore laughed and started instruct-ing the Freshman on who exactly Ferris Bueller was.

“Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.”

– Ferris Bueller


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Sophomores Brigid Keeley, Emma Brand, Leah Stock, Riley Wilson, Sam Geizer, Neymba Bryant, T.J. Cole, Felipe Sanchez enjoy the outdoor Plaza at Belleville West High School.

Incoming Freshman Cam’ryn Neuble and Savannah Leininger meet their new classmates

and teachers on Freshman Orientation Day

Mrs. Koeneman meets her incoming Freshman Honors Biology Class for the first time on Freshman Orientation



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Belleville West Cheerleaders lead the incoming Freshman in Maroon Spirit.

Belleville West Students enjoy a cool day outdoors on the first day of school.

BELLEVILLE EAST VS.

BELLEVILLE WEST

Saturday, September 21East vs. West Military Appreciation Game

1:00 pm @ Belleville West

All active duty military and veterans will be honored in a pre-game ceremony beginning at 12:45 pm with special recognition for WWII veterans.

Veterans and active duty personnel will get into game for free! Please join us as we honor our nation’s heroes.



Imagine it: You have told your young children NEVER to play with scis-sors, because they are dangerous and

can cause harm. You have taught your children NOT to talk to strangers, because bad things could happen, but then, just days later, you take your child for his/her first haircut. As your child sits down to receive a haircut, a stranger heads toward him with a scissors in hand. Often, terror ensues. A child’s first haircut can be one of the most traumatic experiences of his/her young life. When it comes to “first haircuts,” parents often find themselves asking the following questions: What is the correct age to take my child for his first haircut? What is the right haircut for my child? How will my child react? What if he cries or throws a fit? The stylists at Kiddo’s Closet & Clips can answer all of the above questions. Kiddo’s Closet & Clips is a full service children’s hair salon that opened in Fairview Heights five years ago. Since its opening, Kiddo’s has performed hundreds of children’s first haircuts making the staff “experts” on the

subject of a child’s first haircut. There is no right or wrong age for a child’s first haircut. Kiddo’s has performed first haircuts on children as young as two months old all the way up to six years of age. The correct age to cut a child’s hair should be based on a parent’s preference. If the hair is bothering the baby by hanging in the eyes, strangers mistake the baby for the opposite sex, or the child is rocking a mullet, chances are, mom and dad will agree it is time. At Kiddo’s Closet & Clips the stylists work with you to decide on the perfect cut for your child. Children react differently during a haircut. Some sit perfectly still while others scream, cry, fight and fuss. It is important to prepare your child for a haircut. Tell him that he is going for a trim, not a cut. A trim is a lot less scary than a cut. Comb his hair and explain to him the process of a trim. Plan the cut for a good time of day, such as after lunch or after nap, or when the child is happi-est. Tired children often have a harder time getting a haircut. Pick a stylist who is

comfortable and familiar with cutting children’s hair and has extreme patience. Distraction is key for all children’s cuts whether it is their first or their tenth. Bring snacks, favorite toys or books. En-gage the child in discussion. At Kiddo’s, children get to sit in car style salon chairs and watch movies or play video games while getting a haircut. Various movies, toys, balls, and suckers are on hand to help distract the child. Don’t forget about commemorating the event. Be sure to take lots of pictures. As a keepsake, Kiddo’s Closet & Clips will take a picture of your little one and put it in a photo frame with a lock of his hair. Even with the distractions, children may still hate getting a haircut. Consistency is also important. The more often the child receives a haircut in the same child friend-ly environment, he will begin to realize that haircuts do not hurt, but instead are super fun at Kiddo’s Closet & Clips.


What is too often taken for granted by some can be a journey for others. A simple

run around the bases, or the sound of a bat striking a ball is music to the ears of many of the residents of the Metro East Area. Brenda Wagner of Miracle League - Fairview Heights has made it her mission for the last eight years to assure that all can feel the glory of running the bases. “Every child deserves a chance to play ball,” Wagner states. “Miracle League ser-vices children of all ages from 3 - 65. It is our dream to help them fulfill their dream of playing ball.” Wagner felt the effects of her children leaving home and sought after ways to occupy her time. She found a need for children with special needs who wished to enjoy sports in the Metro East Area. Eight years later her dream of building a ball park accessible to special needs children and adults has finally come into fruition, but not with a little help from volunteers, fundraising events, and a big name former pro-baseball player and current manager of the St Louis Cardinals, Mike Matheny. In October the new “Catch 22” Ball-field, so named after the position Matheny played in his professional career, will be dedicated at Longacre Park in Fairview Heights next to the The Center for Autism with Matheny joining the festivities. “The whole community has come together through fundraising campaigns to make this dream come true,” reflected Wagner. And there is nothing like baseball in October! Currently the Miracle League hosts baseball and kickball games, as well as bowling, for special needs children and

NEW “Catch 22” BALLFIELD OPENS FOR THE MIRACLE LEAGuE

Early HallowEEn for all kids – Bring your parents!Come in costume and "trick or treat" around the market.

last Market of the season • oct. 3rd. 4-7 p.m.

Candy, cookies, hot chocolate provided to all kids in costume. Coffee for the adults.

Vendors will be on-site with fresh seasonal produce and artisan wares available for purchase.

Costume Contest & Games All Evening!This is anopportunity towear your cosTume an extra time!


adults throughout the Metro East Area. The new Ballfield will allow a cen-tralized location to bring all involved together in a special needs friendly environment and facilities. The new Ballfield will have a rubber field in place instead of grass to make it easier for those with walking devic-es and wheelchairs. Children will use whiffle balls set on a tee in order to help them fulfill that dream of making con-tact with the ball, and special “Buddies” will help the participants round the bases. The dedication to the new ball field is scheduled in October, so keep watch for it on the Miracle League - Fairview Heights’ website, Miracleleagueplays-ball.com or on their Facebook page.

Also slated for the Fall is the Miracle League 5K Run Walk or Roll & Kids Fun Run on September 28th at Longacre Park in Fairview Heights.

If you wish to learn more about Miracle League

or wish to volunteer in helping please

contact Brenda Wagner at [email protected]


When the Friday Night Lights fade into darkness on area football games, these young men and women of O’Fallon Town-ship High School Cross Country Team, as well as thousands of other student runners in the Metro East Area, have usually been in bed for hours getting their much needed rest for the next mornng cross country meet. Quietly Coach Jon Burnett has started a dynasty of incredible teams and runners at OTHS, churning out championship af-ter championship and now coaches the 7th

Place Nationally Ranked Team. He is helped this year by Senior Patrick Perrier, ranked among the nation’s top ten distance runners in high school. When speaking with Patrick he was shy to point out personal achievements and acco-lades. “Cross Country is a team sport,” em-phasized Perrier. “One person can not win a meet. Coach Burnett has created an atmo-sphere of team first, and we all beleive it. As a team we will be a force this year.” O’Fallon has graduated it’s share of run-

ners who went on to run Division 1. Recent graduate Alex Riba is now running for Tex-am A&M this fall. While Cross Country may not seem the spectator sport to many, this team is defi-nately one to come out and watch this Fall. Metro East Parent wished the team and all of the other Junior High and High School Teams a victorious and healthy season! Please post on our Facebook or Twitter Page your accomplishments and personal records this year.

O’Fallon Cross Country


Senior Patrick Perrier leads the Panther Cross Country team to a National Rankings!

Metro East Parent caught up with Coach Jon Burnett and Patrick Perrier for a few questions!MEP: Your team is ranked 7th in the country this year, how is such a high ranking impacting the team? Is there more pressure on you and your team than any other year?Coach Burnett: There is no extra pressure on the team because the only pressure on us comes from ourselves. In our program philosophy, we run for pride because it is internal and we have control over it. Being highly-ranked is flattering but polls are just the opinions of others and that is external. We have no control over anything that is external. MEP: You will more than likely start the year ranked in the top ten runners nationally, Please tell me what that means to you and your team? Patrick: It really is an honor to have the potential to be ranked so high, but really, they are just rankings. It is easy to get lost in all of the hype, and I just need to stayed focused on my goals. Rankings don’t mean anything in Novem-ber and December.

MEP: What do you feel is the importance in everyday running for the modern athlete? Coach Burnett: Consistency is the key for improvement. Whether you are trying to improve as a runner, a basketball player, or even as a person, you must be consistent with what you are trying to do. MEP: What drives you to get out of bed each morning and put in the miles? Patrick: My goals, my teammates, and my love of the sport. Plain and simple. There is no need to talk myself into running because it is what I love to do. It takes more work to talk me out of running.

MEP: Cross Country does not seem to get the notoriety as other high school sports in the Metro East Area, even though there seems to be some of the top runners in the state from the area. What do you think we can do to change that?Coach Burnett: The lack of notoriety of cross country and distance running shows the dedication of the people that participate in the sport. However, I feel that cross country and distance running is on the rise in our area. Many local programs have grown larger. The performances of the distance runners from many schools in the Metro East area have been improving over the last several years. Times that used to win races now would no longer place in the top ten. If this trend continues, people will naturally notice as many local athletes will be winning awards on the state and national level. MEP: O’Fallon junior highs and high school have always maintained a strong presence in Cross Country running, what do you feel contributes to that?Coach Burnett: There is no single reason why any school or person has suc-cess. There are a multitude of reasons. One of the reasons is that the coaches at the junior highs in O’Fallon have created a culture of fun, hard work, and success. The students are drawn to the programs are caught up in the culture. In the high school, we continue what the junior high has started. Another rea-son is that the runners from past teams enjoy coming back and compliment-ing the current runners. This gives the current runners the sense of tradition. Yet another reason is my assistant coach Alan Elfrink. He notices items that I may have missed. Alan also has the ability to connect with the runners on a personal level. His happy demeanor is contagious to all the runners.

MEP: What advice do you have for the younger students who are looking to get into running as a sport or hobby? What advice would you give to other athletes in other sports like basketball and football when it comes to running?Patrick: I would say that running can be just as flashy of a sport as basketball or football. I was a varsity soccer player my freshman year. It is a sport that will always be rewarding, always have a competitive atmosphere, and be fun. I have so much fun going to national meets and being around so many great people. My advice to younger athletes is to try it out, but if it is not for them, they should pursue what they love. I love this sport, and I encourage younger athletes to explore it too. MEP: How is coaching an outstanding athlete like Patrick, ranked nationally? What kind of dedication does it take to achieve what he has in such a short time?Coach Burnett: Over the last several years, we have been fortunate enough to have high level runers such as Michael Scolarici, Alex Riba, and now Patrick Perrier. Each has been fun to coach because they push me to become a better

coach. Patrick has been a dedicated athlete ever since he was young. He competed at a high level in soccer, track, and road racing. Since joining the track team his freshman year, he has focused all his attention to distance running. When you combine immense ability with dedication, you get a high level athlete like Patrick. MEP: Is diet and sleep just as important to high school athletes than training? Coach Burnett: To be a successful athlete, a person must have a lifestyle that supports training. Training depletes a person’s system of energy and nutri-ents. Each of these must be replenished. If this is not done, recovery time is delayed and training slows. Proper rest and proper diet are crucial to high performance. Therefore, training becomes a lifestyle more than an activity.

MEP: What are your goals for the upcoming cross country and track season?Patrick: I want to win the Illinois State Cross Country Championship as both an individual and a team. I want to win the Foot Locker National Champion-ship, and I want to win the Illinois State 1600 meter run and 3200 meter run. They are some pretty lofty goals, but the best goals are lofty because those are what drive you to work the hardest. The first step though is to have a goal.

You may read the entire interview on MetroEastParent.com


Tim is the assistant cross country and track coach at Saint Louis university and has coached hundreds of half marathon and marathon finishers of all ages and abilities

Tim was a NCAA Div. I athlete running for Murray State University and Western Illinois University. Tim graduated from Murray State with a degree in Exercise Science. Additionally, Tim has a master’s degree in Exercise Physiology

from SIUE and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

Why should you? This is a common question most people may ponder. While there is no right or wrong answer and the reasons may vary depending on the individual, most runners do it for one or all of the reasons listed below.

Your Mental and Physical Health Running is the ultimate stress reliever. There is no better way to start your day and likewise nothing beats a great run after a long day at the office! Running leads to an adrenaline rush that can make any day instantly improve. In addition to the mental side, running promotes long term health. It can help control/reduce your weight, strengthen your heart, lower your blood pressure and improve your overall well-being. That’s right; one activity can completely change your mind and body and lead to a longer more fulfilling life! What better reason to run than for your health.

The Challenge Many runners thrive on the idea of accomplishing a new feat. The pursuit of a new goal or challenge can help push runners out of their comfort zone and into a place they may never have thought was possible. Whether the challenge is to complete your first 5k, qualify for Boston or earn a trip to the Olympic trials, the constant struggle to achieve new feats can lead to a fulfilling and exciting experience. This is a never ending process that can last a lifetime! The challenging experience may be the reason you run. The Competition By nature, human beings thrive on competition. Many people grow up playing a wide variety of team sports such as soccer,

baseball, football, basketball, etc. However, the older you get, the more difficult it is to participate in team sports. Running and more specifically racing can help fill the competitive void in your life as team sports become less and less feasible. You can race forever as it is not limited by league requirements or restrictions. Running is the perfect activity to promote a competition with other runners and most importantly, yourself. It is the most pure of all sports. It’s simple, everyone starts in the same spot and whoever gets to the finish line first wins. You cannot get any more pure than that! Not to mention that the time it takes to cover whatever distance you race serves as concrete data to where you are now and what you need to do to improve. There is no room for interpretation. If you run your first 5k in 35:00, that is your time. Now you must compete against yourself to run faster and prove that you have improved. The numbers do not lie! Neither does the competition! So the next time someone asks you why they should run, you can say for the challenge, the competition and the health benefits it offers! Hopefully those reasons will get them running for years to come.

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1.) What is the best way to stretch before I run? Stretching before you run is important in preventing injuries, but it is important to stretch properly. Dynamic stretching is the type of stretching that you should do before engaging in activi-ty. Dynamic stretching is the best way to warm the body before beginning the actual activity. This type of stretching is used to mimic the movements used in whichever sport you are partici-pating in. Examples of this are forward and backward and side to side leg swings, walking lunges, side lunges, butt kicks, high knees, crossovers and a skips.

2.) What injuries are common for first time runners and how can I avoid them? When beginning to run it is important to follow a program so that one can properly train and get to the start and ultimately the finish line injury free. There are many programs to follow but is important that you are not biting off more than you can chew. Your body is only capable of doing so much, so following a pro-gram helps to keep your body in line. As described in the previ-ous question, dynamic stretching should be done before running. Following a run static stretching should be implemented. Static

stretching is the traditional stretching we have been taught for years. This type of stretching should be held for at least 30 seconds for each stretch and performed following a run, once the body and muscles are warm. So one key step to avoiding an injury is dynamically stretching before and statically stretching after. Another way to avoid injuries is to foam roll. Foam rolling can be implemented before and after a run and helps to break up scar tissue and adhesions. Tag team foam rolling with your stretching routine. Another way to avoid injuries is to keep your core and hips strong. There are many exercises that can help theses areas and specifically target the muscles that are used when we run. Having weak hip and core musculature can lead to other lower chain injuries including common running injuries of iliotibi-al tendinitis, patellar tendinitis, Achilles tendinitis and plantar fasciitis. The above injuries are what I most commonly see in my practice and are a product of overuse as well as inherent muscula-ture weakness and tightness. It is important to take care of yourself while training for any type of running event from a 5K to a marathon. Your best keys to a successful training session and completion of a race are dynam-ic stretching before running, static stretching after running and keeping your core and hips strong throughout.

Julie Bokermann - MSPT, ATC,CSCS, has been a physical therapist and athletic trainer since 2002 and has been working for PRORehab physical therapy. She recently opened a new innovative endurance clinic called the PRORehab Endurance Project which is located at 8228 Brentwood Industrial Drive in Brentwood, MO. Julie has spent her career developing herself as the endurance physical therapist in the area by not only with focusing her

practice and education on treating this population, but also by being an endurance athlete herself. She has completed 20 marathons and 30+half marathons as well as numerous 5 and 10ks. She has made her passion her career.

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The program combines age-appropriate weightlift-ing and bodyweight movements with high intensity training to deliver optimal fitness and performance, as well as establish a lifetime love of fitness. Prop-er weightlifting techniques are taught, under the watchful eye of our CrossFit certified trainers, to enhance strength and power, while also focusing on basic gymnastics to increase agility, mobility and flexibility. Our program will increase physical competence in 10 fitness domains: Cardiovascu-lar and Respiratory Endurance, Stamina, Strength,

Flexibility, Power, Speed, Coordination, Agility, Bal-ance, and Accuracy. In addition, we aim to boost self-esteem and confidence within our teens. We want to give them the strength, both physically and mentally, to tackle any obstacle thrown their way inside or out of the gym. With workouts that are scalable for all individuals, BHC Varsity can equally benefit both the accomplished athlete as well as the less active individual.

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As an athlete (yes that’s right, you too are an athlete), the importance of understanding the concept of “food as fuel” cannot be understat-ed. As a CrossFit coach, I make that point ut-terly unavoidable as I address nutrition within the first week of my intro class. A balanced diet is the base of the foundation of every one of my clients. You can work your butt off in the gym or pound the pavement on a daily basis, but if we’re not fueling correctly, it’s quite simply sabotage. Ignoring the quality of your diet is you leaving potential on the table!

The Paleo Lifestyle: What is Paleo?

The science on nutrition is in guys. We have one clear and present enemy: sugar. How do we fight sugar? The Paleo (short for Paleolithic) lifestyle. It’s important to note that fat is not the enemy. It’s sugar and there’s of more it in our food than ever before. Goo-gle “Paleo diet” and you’ll be greeted by nearly 12 million results. There’s a lot going on out there. You’ll see it referenced as the “caveman diet” or the “primal lifestyle.” I don’t want to pretend like I know what cavemen ate, so I stick to the facts. The Paleo diet is a low sugar diet. Period.

Put simply, on a daily basis we eat high quality proteins (seafood, poultry, grass-fed beef, pork, eggs), high quality fats, copious and varied veggies, small portions of nuts and berries, and a few fruits (these are high in sugar). We avoid all grains (grains are sugar), most dairy, starchy foods like white potatoes, beans, legumes, juice, and added sugar. We stay on the outer edges of the grocery store. We avoid food in boxes or bottles with ingre-dient lists. The idea is to consume real, whole foods. It’s exciting to reconnect with cooking your own food!

It’s important to address the idea of point of contact with food and your nutritional envi-ronment at home. Whether or not I ever get involved in your fitness routine – please note: Life can seem out of control. We live life sur-rounded by uncertainties and question marks. However, there is one thing that we have 100 percent control of: what goes into our bodies. We’re lucky as adults. We have the power to choose. Your kids, however, do not. It is our responsibility as parents to provide for our children a safe nutritional environment, and it’s clear that having foods with sugar around the house is not safe!

SIDEBAR: A few good places to start learn-ing about the Paleo lifestyle are Mark Sisson’s blog and Robb Wolf ’s website. A great recipe blog to follow is PaleOMG.

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The City of Columbia has renovated historic Shoemaker School into a multi-faceted facility that links Monroe County’s heritage with its vision for the future. Hammond Shoemaker, the first doctor along the Cahokia-Kaskaskia Trace, built a one-room building for his children in 1867. It was used as a public school until 1951, then as a private home for almost four decades. In 1994, the structure was moved to its present location in order to avoid demolition due to the widening of Illinois 3. Today, adaptive reuse of the building allows for three functions:

• In addition to racked brochures and maps, the Monroe County

Welcome Center features displays, exhibits, photographs and other memorabilia from the history of Monroe County and the Cahokia-Kaskaskia Trace, and volunteer staff provide visitor services five days per week from May through October;

• The Shoemaker School Museum partially recreates the building’s use as

a mid-19th century one-room school, including such services as interpretive functions for local school groups;

• The One Room School Commemorative Plaza before the entrance into the building designates all 60+ one room schools that dotted Monroe County in 1900 and provides opportunities to remember parents, grandparents and teachers with imprinted brick pavers.

The building was renovated by the City of Columbia using only local resources, including donations from

local community members, brick paver proceeds and revenue from the City’s hotel motel tax. Five local governments, including the City of Columbia, have executed an Intergovernmental Agreement and cooperatively fund, maintain and manage the Center through a multi-jurisdictional Steering Committee. Columbia has preserved the community’s heritage of one-room schools with three renovation projects restoring old schools for new uses: Shoemaker School, Sand Bank School, and St. John’s Lutheran School.

Former Students of Shoemaker School

Area Children learn what it was like to go to school at Shoemaker School

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Admiral Trost Development Park Master Plan The City of Columbia has showna commitment to fostering an active community integrated with a strong park and trails system. As a recipient of TrailNet’s 2011 Active Living Municipal Award, and perennial designation as a “Playful City USA,” the city has begun to receive the recognition it deserves for this emphasis on recreation and community building.

The Admiral Trost Development Park is the next link in Columbia’s system of connected parks and trails. The park property, a 33-acre parcel in virtually the center of the Admiral Parkway Redevelopment Area, was donated to the City in 2007 for development of a municipal park; the parcel appeared to hold little commercial value due to its location almost entirely within a flood plain. The park master plan represents the first step in making recreational use a reality. Through this public input driven planning process, both design vision and construction cost opinions for future development of the park have been established. The plan provides the City with a critical tool necessary to assist capital budgeting, support funding assistance applications, and market the park to the local and regional community.

The park property is located within the Admiral Trost Development south of Illinois Route 3 along Valmeyer Road and Admiral Trost Drive. Today the park is just an open field with minimal tree cover, bordered by creeks to the north and west, agricultural land to the south, and the Admiral Trost Development (an office park) to the east.

The master planning process for this property represented the City’s first large-scale engagement of a professional landscape architecture firm to facilitate a focused effort to develop a plan for a city park. In addition to the involvement of design professionals, the planning process was a true community-driven effort. The design consultant worked with City staff to engage community stakeholders, various City commissions and the City Council, as well as residents of Columbia in the process through a series of one-on-one meetings and public workshops supported by social media.

Understanding the existing conditions of the property and constraints on the park site created by its location along the creeks as well as its long, narrow footprint (3,000’ in length and 400’ wide at the widest) were key items discussed with the stakeholders and at the first public workshop. Following this discussion at the workshop, attendees were given copies of the park layout and then encouraged to work in

small groups to brainstorm opportunities for development of the park. From this session, the following Park Vision statements were developed to guide the overall planning process and define the objectives of the park master plan:

• Create a destination park for residents and visitors

• Create a park with an identity

• Provide recreation opportunities for the entire Columbia community

• Embrace the environmental opportunities inherent to the park property – build upon existing community focus.

Following completion of the master plan in spring 2012, the City of Columbia has worked to continue the momentum of the planning process, identifying funding resources and partners through a broad community process that will drive implementation of the master plan. The next step will be development of a destination playground that will incorporate inclusive design, playspace for older adults, and design with nature.

Columbia Parks: The Place to Be!

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American Legion Memorial Park The Legion Park is located outside the Columbia American Legion Hall at 375 E. Locust St. Eleven baseball fields may be available for public use when not scheduled by the Khoury League and other groups. City residents may reserve fields (when available) by applying in person at City Hall or online at www.columbiaillinois.com. There is a pavilion and a small playground available here for public use.

Bolm-Schuhkraft Park Complete with pavilions, tennis courts, a playground and paved walking trails, this park is located off W. Temple Street and Veterans Parkway near Columbia High School. City residents may reserve pavilions by applying at City Hall or online at www.columbiaillinois.com. Athletic areas may also be reserved. Bounce houses are allowed for special occasions; a Special Event Permit is required. No pony rides or petting zoos are allowed, and there is no parking on the grass.

Meadowridge Park Meadowridge Park is a neighborhood park located off Bradington Drive close to Columbia Convalescent Center. There is a small pavilion and playground available here for public use; no reservation required.

Metter Park This park is located next to Columbia Public Library at 108 N. Metter, also close to Turner Hall. Facilities include tennis and basketball courts, a walking trail, a playground and picnic area with pavilions. City residents may reserve pavilions by applying at City Hall or online at www.columbiaillinois.com. The park hosts community events throughout the year, including Columbia Daze and FestiFall, along with the free Music at Metter summer concerts

and Movies at Metter some Friday evenings. Bounce houses are allowed for special occasions; however, a Special Event Permit is required. No pony rides or petting zoos are allowed.

Stone Arch Park Stone Arch Park is a small neighborhood park at Gall Rd. & Illinois Route 3, the home of the Monroe County Welcome Center (former Shoemaker School).

Playgrounds Parkview Elementary School off Veterans Parkway has two playgrounds available to the public from dusk to dawn outside school hours. Eagleview Elementary School off Rapp Street has playground equipment available to the public from dusk to dawn outside school hours. Immaculate Conception Catholic School off S. Main Street has playground equipment available to the public from dusk to dawn outside school hours.


We’re a Playful City...Visit Our Parks!

Columbia has been recognized as the flagship community in

the region for designation as a “Playful City USA,” awarded

nationally. The city and its Play Commission, an advisory group

to the city council, are committed to supporting unstructured play

for all members of the community. The city encourages residents to

explore local playgrounds and rate them using the online playspace finder at http://playspacefinder.

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Growing up our family enjoyed the blessings of what I would call a “Grandparent Refuge”. We were

fortunate enough to live within 15 minutes of our grandparents’ home. My mother’s siblings had children and we packed out the house on a regular basis, especially on Sundays for lunch and afternoon football in their large yard.

Grandparents were of a different breed back then. Grandparents seemed to be the glue that held the family together. Home-made bread almost every week; quilts in the process of being made on the quilting frame in the sun room; Bible open on the coffee table; and plenty of friends stopping by because grandparents’ home always had room for a few more. They were never worried about entertaining us. They knew we were just happy to be there. Now, I am thankful that my wife does not look like

my grandmother, but the truth is, we have arrived at the age my grandparents were when I remember them most.

I have an exercise I use when I have young couples coming in for marriage counseling. I ask each couple as they come in to paint a picture of what they want their lives to look like when they are sixty-five. I am blown away at how similar these dreams look. Some couples say, “On a front porch swing,” or “Walking down a beach.” Yet, almost every couple mentions, “With my grandchildren or great-grand-children.” When we talk, I find that most did not have grandparents that were active in their lives. As a result, most couples de-sire to make sure that they will be present and active - true grandparents.

As I am writing today, I am sitting in a hospital where we are saying goodbye to my wife’s father. We are surrounded by loved ones singing about our Hope of being back together again. The words of I’ll Fly Away flood the hospital room. We are getting ready to say good bye to yet another generation, and I am even more resolute about my decision to become an intentional grandparent.

We live in an age in which it is not unusual to see parents neglecting their parental responsibilities and letting the grandparents raise their grandchildren. Grandparents have the ability to be a ref-uge for their grandchildren. I would love to see a generation of grandparents that provide that refuge for their grandchildren

to protect them whether they have parental protection or not.

If no one has passed that baton on to you, consider it passed today. Together we can make a difference in the lives of our grandchildren. So here is my challenge - Be there!

– Darrell

by Pastor Darrell Jones


The adage “A picture is worth a thousand words” is the basis for the fifth lesson from the National Arts Education Association’s citing of the 10 Lessons the Arts teach from the book “The Arts and the Creation of Mind” by Eisner, E., chapter 4, What the Arts Teach and How it Shows (pp. 70-92).

5. The arts make vivid the fact that neither words in their lit-eral form nor numbers exhaust what we can know. The limits of our language do not define the limits of our cognition.

This lesson de-fines and utilizes those moments when we see an image– a photo, a paint-ing, a print, or sculp-ture- that absorbs our attention. This likeness commands our focus, forcing us to study the details and their cumu-lative effect. Powerful art can stop us short and can consume our visual

senses. What we see strikes us as magnificent. But describe it to someone? We often struggle finding the words to express the feel-ings evoked. Knowing our words aren’t doing it justice, we often end our description, “Well, you just have to see it for yourself to understand what I’m talking about.”

The unexpected visual arts can be even more powerful. Imag-ine the surprise as your family stumbles upon a trompe l’oeil (deceive the eye) chalk installation on a sidewalk in the city. Per-haps you can’t forget the image of that colorful country barn quilt hanging on a barn, set against a field of corn on a drive through the country. These moments can be great inspiration for both you and your children. That’s just one of the uniquely entertaining aspects of the Arts! They can take our words away! Songs and melodies we can attempt to hum and duplicate instrumentally, but images we see with our eyes sometimes are beyond replication – they just have to be experienced and appreciated.

The take Away… Next time you’re on a walk, look for visual art to talk about. It could be posters in a window, murals on buildings, sculptures at a business or in a park. Once you see it, tell your children to face

the other way. Then, use words and numbers to describe it to them. When you feel like you’ve done a good job, tell your kids to take a look. Were they sur-prised or did they expect to see what you described? This will tell you a lot about the differences between you and your children’s per-ception. No one is right or wrong (yes, that’s another cool thing about art), but we all see things a bit differently and interpret what we see differently. Have fun taking turns with your kids, and you will greatly benefit by seeing how your kids perceive the world around them.

Don’t forget that art is a teachable subject! With practice, (even doodling counts as practice) you can become as affluent in your artwork as you became with your ABC’s with the benefit of some awesome life lessons!

the state of the ARTSThere is more to know than what we can put into words or numbers.

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Sue Hezel is the owner of pen2paper art studio in Columbia, IL. Sue teaches the eduArts method, founded by Mona brookes, to children ages 3 to 103 at the studio and offsite. At pen2paper art studio, a dozen professional artists teach a variety of art instruction, from photography to clay sculpture, and every kind of drawing or painting class.



by Dr. Angie Tenholder

I love being a general dentist. Through my family dental practice of almost 20 years I have formed relationships with my patients that I can honestly say have made a difference in my life and theirs. I also love that as a general dentist, my practice is not limited to do just one aspect of dentistry. I enjoy everything from treating disease and resolving pain to easing dental anxiety and creating beautiful smiles. The role of being a general family dentist in my hometown of Millstadt for most of my career has taught me the value of community and lifelong relationships. My general dental practice, Smileology Dental, was my “first love” in the dental profession. My second love is Synergy Therapeutics. My post-graduate training for Synergy has taken me from coast to coast of our country as well as to others. It has taught me the value of having a diverse background and a wide-ranging skill set to better serve my patients. During my career as a dentist, I became a mother, a wife and a chronic pain patient. All of these situations taught me lessons

in the aspects of dentistry that I was not taught in dental school. My background and training in orthodontics, sports dentistry, craniofacial pain, movement disorders as well as the treatment of sleep disordered breathing all were inspired by my real life experiences. I quickly realized that if I could make a difference in the lives of my family, I could help others as well. From this need to serve my patients, the concept of Synergy Therapeutics was created. As the concepts of Synergy Therapeutics were being developed and the patients were being treated, the need for a second location became a priority. I had been asked by several people to open an office in Missouri, but due to my daughter’s medical condition, I decided to stay closer to her and to home. My Millstadt location was inconvenient for my out of state patients and did not have lodging available for those who travel to see me. Nearby Columbia is a better location for most of my patients of Synergy Therapeutics. When office space in Columbia became available, I decided to open my second location and design it to serve both my general dentistry patients as well as those who seek

Using Dentistry to treat the Whole BoDy:

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the services of Synergy Therapeutics. The design of the Columbia facility reflects the unique and ultra-modern approach that is taken to provide our patients with the many aspects of healing that can be provided through the advanced studies, techniques, equipment and training that we have invested in to better serve those who seek care in our office. The extensive renovations of our facility took over a year and incorporate both the function and feel of a modern spa-like facility. We place great importance in the comfort of our patients and want them to feel that they are in an environment that promotes well-being.

The concept that is Synergy Therapeutics is based on providing a healing environment for the body by understanding and treating the interconnectivity of its components. In our system, we evaluate and make recommendations for treatment based on our ability to improve the health and function of the six components that our therapies primarily affect.

Joint Stability

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is one of the most complex, sensitive and important joints in the body. It is also one of the most understood and undertreated due to its tremendous complexity. Treatment of this joint often directly and indirectly affects the position of many other joints in the body, especially those of the upper neck. We use dental appliance therapy to assist in the proper positioning and rehabilitation of the TMJ to treat the condition known as temporomandibular disorder (TMD).

Dental Harmony

The harmonious and balanced contact of the upper and lower teeth provides a signal to the brain via the brainstem over 2000 times per day as the teeth touch during swallowing, speech and eating. If that signal is perceived by the brain as painful or imbalanced, it can have a tremendously negative effect on the health and function of the entire body. A “bad bite” often results in headaches, migraines, fractured and worn teeth, gum (periodontal) disease, neck pain and much more. We identify imbalanced bites through the use of a computerized bite analysis

known as T-Scan. We treat imbalanced bites based on the needs of the patient including bite adjustments, orthodontics (iOrtho), restorative dentistry (Smileology Dental) and appliance therapy.

Airway Sufficiency Without the proper amount of oxygen provided to the body and the brain through breathing and respiration, the body will struggle to perform, function, grow and repair itself, especially at nighttime when most of our repair and healing occurs. Our ability to assess our patients to find the opportunities for increased airflow through the nose, mouth and throat can assist our patients in optimal health. We use a visual exam of the hard and soft tissues of the head and neck along with cone beam computerized tomography to obtain imaging of the upper airway to assist in the diagnosis of airway resistance so that we can refer to the appropriate physician for medical intervention and/or treatment in our office with dental appliance therapy. These appliances move the lower jaw and tongue forward to make more room for airflow through the upper airway. Insufficient airways can result in sleep disordered breathing, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), attention deficit disorder (ADD) and bedwetting in children as well as other neurologic disorders. Airway problems also result in postural issues such as forward head posture resulting in head and neck pain.

Muscular Balance The muscles are the “first responders” that attempt to forcibly correct an imbalanced joint of our structural skeletal system. After the temporomandibular joint is assessed and properly positioned, we help to rehabilitate tired and sore muscles with the use of healing and physical therapy equipment and techniques in our iSpa program. We also utilize dental appliance therapy as well as Botox (in very specific circumstances) to achieve muscle relaxation and pain relief.

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Neurologic Integrity

The proper firing and function of our electrical system is critical to our overall well-being. Our therapies provide a healing environment for the body through understanding how to relieve pressure on impinged and overloaded nerves through dental appliance therapy and other complimentary healing options based on the individual patient’s needs. At Synergy Therapeutics, we have a tremendous ability to optimize the function of the cranial nerve that is responsible for approximately 50% of what our brain is processing at any given time. If this nerve is overloaded through improper jaw joint positioning or incorrect tooth contact, your electrical system will be overwhelmed and pain and improper function may result.

Systemic Health and Function

We assist in healing our patients in the areas of the major components of health that can be directly influenced by medical/dental integrated therapies, especially those of the head and neck. However, maximal improvement can only be accomplished by respecting and understanding the interactions of the cellular and system functions of the whole body. Reduction of pain and inflammation in the head and neck often results in an improved state of health and well-being for the patient from head to toe, inside and out.

The goal of treatment at Synergy Therapeutics is to find ways to optimize the teeth and airways to support the body in a way that benefits the overall health and function for those that we

serve. We hope to improve both the quality and quantity of the lives of our patients by implementing the knowledge that we have gained through years of experience and training. At Synergy Therapeutics, we provide dental solutions for medical challenges by taking and integrative approach to therapy. We have several of these integrated programs (what we refer to as our “i”programs) available to benefit our patients:

iMaging: Integrated medical/dental x-ray technology using cone beam computed tomography. Our imaging center is the only facility in the midwest with the capabilities that we possess with our Planmeca Promax Mid with the new Proface module. This imaging machine allows for 2D and 3D dental and skeletal imaging capabilities as well as a seamlessly integrated 3D facial photo for improved diagnostics and treatment planning.

iOrtho: Integrated medical/dental orthodontic treatments

iSports: Integrated medical/dental athletic performance and protection

iSleep: Integrated medical/dental upper airway management through custom dental appliance therapy

iSpa: Integrated medical/dental therapy of fatigued and sore muscles and nerves, as well as cosmetic enhancements of the soft tissues of the face through Botox and dermal fillers

More programs are currently in development (including iAm and iHealth) and will be coming soon.

For more information, please visit our website at www.synergytherapeutics.me or

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Dr. Angie has over 18 years of clinical experience along with additional training in orthodontic

and craniofacial development, sleep disordered breathing, neurologic implications of altered facial

growth as well as the dental related treatment of headaches and pain. Her PASSION is to ensure that

the children/adults that she treats have the best possible opportunity to achieve proper dental and

facial development to prevent future complications and to ensure beautiful healthy smiles for life.

We would like to invite you to our family dental office and give you a few more reasons to choose us to care for your dental needs.

•We treat all patients... from 1 to 100!

•We provide orthodontic services!

•We offer custom mouthguards and Sports Dentistry!

•We offer evening and weekend hours!

•Convenient location with second location in Columbia!

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Another summer has come and gone and the youth of the Metro East have finished up those summer activities that define childhood - swimming on a competitive swim team and engaging in recreational swimming at the local pool, playing in summer baseball, softball or soccer leagues, taking a camping trip, visiting our country’s landmarks and historical treasures and participating in local educational programs. While the summer holds many family delights and experiences offered in no other season, families will naturally be looking for unique experiences in the fall months, and those experiences might be contained within Mother Nature. Throughout our country’s history, Americans have recognized the aesthetic dimension in nature. Essayist Ralph Emerson said in his essay “Nature” that people should remove themselves from the distractions of the everyday world and realize that nature provides us gifts that we rarely realize or appreciate. Naturalist and writer John Muir talked of the “divine lessons” in the natural world. He also said that in the natural world he could listen to God’s “water

and stone sermons.” While desktop, laptop and tablet computers and cell phones have improved our lives and economy, the joys of nature can allow us to combat the sedentary lifestyles those items sometimes encourage. Contemporary writer Richard Louv coined the term “nature deficit disorder” to describe children who know little of nature due to spending too much time with the technological wonders of our current age. He also said nature deficit disorder could contribute to a common 21st century problem - childhood obesity. The Nature Institute in Godfrey provides families with 500 acres of land for hiking. How-ever, a trip to the institute brings more than just a good day of exercise, as visitors will experi-ence bluff top views, views of the Mississippi River Valley, waterfalls, wetlands, ponds, and also a mix of wildlife: deer, turkey, fox, coyotes and a variety of bird species. While enjoying the wonders present in the natural world at the in-stitute, one can also see the St. Louis area’s most treasured architectural landmark – the arch in St. Louis City. “This is like a living, breathing outdoor class-

room,” Nature Institute Executive Director Kev-in Bennett said. The institute offers a summer camp for children designed to teach youngsters an appreciation of nature. Bennett, who grew up in Alton, attended the camp as a kid. “The camps sparked my interest in the outdoor world,” he said. “This is close to being a dream job for me. I’m the father of four children, and they are outside all of the time. They like nature, even though they love ipads, ipods and technology. There’s a balance between the two with kids. This is just something that’s wonderful to share with the public.” An interest in nature runs deep in Bennett’s resume. He graduated from Quincy College with a B.S. in environmental science and earned a master’s degree in national resource policy and administration. After completing his education, Bennett worked in the non-profit sector for the Illinois chapter of Natural Conservatory in Peoria and in the for-profit sector as an environmental consultant for ELM Consulting in Peoria. Those interested in contacting the Nature Institute can do so at 618-466-9930. Pere Marquette State Park in Grafton – the


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The Lorax visits The Nature Institute of Godfrey

largest state park in Illinois - also offers more than one delight for the family seeking a natural experience. The park contains hiking trails, a scenic drive for motorists to view the wonders of the Illinois and Mississippi River, horseback riding, riverboat tours and para-sailing – a recreational activity where an individual is pulled behind a boat while attached to a canopy wing. The park also offers something for cycling enthusiasts, as the park is home to the Sam Vadalabene Biking Trail. The trail offers the opportunity for cyclists to travel 20 miles from the park in Grafton to Alton. The state park’s many attractions mean it’s a popular site for weddings, business meetings and large events. But PM also offers something for history buffs, as its visitor’s center, visitor’s lodge and great room were constructed from 1933 to 1939 by President Franklin Roosevelt’s Civilian Conservation Corps. It opened in 1940. Pere Marquette Director of Marketing and Events Leslie Franklin calls the architec-ture in the Great Room “splendid.” The room contains limestone floors, wooden pillars and

everything in the room was handmade. PM also offers citizens an opportunity to view the symbol of our country. In the winter, January and February, PM State Park is home to the sec-ond largest population of wintering bald eagles in the United States. Franklin started in her current position two years ago. She graduated from Southern Illinois University in 2009 with a degree in mass communications and advertising, and she feels a special, family connection to the park, as her grandmother was born in a log cabin located in the territory where PM State Park is now located. PM State Park can be contacted at 618-786-2331. While ecological systems are the wellspring of human life, nature also helps people in their struggle with the pressures of everyday life. Wa-tershed Nature Center Janet Bennett describes her job as an experience to the one described in Emerson’s essay. “People often use nature as a way to escape stress,” Bennett said. “It’s true if you’re walking a trail or working in a job that’s related to the environment like me. I didn’t really have a back-ground in biology, but I learn a lot every day in working with our volunteers.” Watershed Nature Center, a 46-acre facility in Edwardsville, includes three habitats – forests, wetlands and prairie. Bennett said “people of all ages, sizes and people who are rehabilitating from sur-gery and those who are training for mar-athons come to the facility because they know this is a great way to relieve stress.” The center was established in 1991 by Edwardsville community members who were concerned restoring environmental habitats and environmental education. Bennett has served as executive director for 18 months. She worked for the University of Illinois Extension for 27 years where she engaged in some of the same types of work as her current job: developing programs, hiring staff and budgeting. Bennett earned a bach-elor’s degree in public administration from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville.

In addition to providing a retreat, events are held in the watershed in support of the institu-tion. A volunteer restoration day is scheduled for 8 a.m. on Sept. 28. Volunteers will work side by side with other volunteers in restoring the facility by trimming trees and removing evasive species. The Watershed Nature Center hosts what’s termed a “Discovery Day” on the fourth Saturday of every month. The event educates the public on the workings of nature. On Sept. 28, the theme for the day is “What’s Dead at the Watershed.” The open-house style event will offer those in attendance the opportunity to learn more about the decomposition of leaves, composting and the workings of the food cycle.

A fundraising 5k run is scheduled for 9 a.m. on Oct. 5. Watershed is currently

taking reservations for the run. Proceeds will benefit the restoration

and maintenance of the facility. A fundraiser is also scheduled for 4 p.m. at Mike Shannon’s Grill in Edwardsville.

Anyone interested in the events at Watershed can contact the center at 618-692-7578.

Experiencing the COLORS of Fall


Ready…Set…Read!Individualized instruction for students in grades 1-6 to improve reading skills. Monthly sessions begin September 3 and 4. Enroll today by contacting Katie at (618) 468-5750 or [email protected].

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A Children’s Whole Life Insurance policy from United of Omaha Life Insurance Company, offers rates that never increase with age. With no medical exam, applying is easy. Acceptance of your application is dependent upon the answers to a few health questions set forth in the application. Best of all, as your children mature, you have the option to purchase additional life insurance at certain ages without evidence of insurability.

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Watershed Nature Center is a 46-acre nature preserve in Edwardsville, Illinois.

We provide opportunities for environmental education, passive recreation, and

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Mission: to promote environmental stewardship and provide opportunities for the community

to understand and appreciate nature.

The Watershed Nature Center is a peaceful sanctuary where people can relax and

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Located 5 miles west of Grafton in Jersey County, Pere Marquette State Park comprises 8,050 acres making it Illinois’

largest state park. The Park is famous for the beauty of its fall colors and as a home for

bald eagles in the winter. In addition to the spectacular views of the Illinois and

Mississippi rivers from several scenic overlooks, visitors can take advantage of a

variety of year-round recreational activities, including hiking, biking, horseback riding,

camping, fishing, boating, and taking part in interpretative programs.

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Childhood cancer “is for life”!! As we look around today, we cannot help but to see cancer awareness ribbons popping up on everything from bumper stickers to t-shirts. Awareness ribbons for every type of cancer imaginable. But one that is close to my heart and that is not rec-ognized enough is the GOLD ribbon. The ribbon for Childhood Cancer!!

Childhood cancer strikes one in every 300 boys and one in every 333 girls before they reach the age of 20. Due to advances in treatments, about 80% of children treated for cancer survive 5 years or more. As the treatments allow these children to live longer, they can also cause health problems that may not show up until months or even years after treatment. These problems are called late-effects.

Two-thirds of these survivors will face one or more late-ef-fects from treatment that is classified as severe or life-threaten-ing. These can include heart damage, a second cancer or more, lung damage, infertility, growth deficits, hearing loss and most commonly, cognitive impairments such as attention, memory, producing and understanding, reasoning, problem solving and decision making. As you can see, childhood cancer “is for life”!! It is imperative that all survivors of childhood cancer receive on-go-ing monitoring and continue with physical and psychosocial care throughout their entire lives.

The causes of childhood cancers are largely unknown, and for the most part they cannot be prevented.

YOU can help us raise awareness for Childhood Cancer in the month of September by wearing gold, replacing your outside lights with a gold light bulbs and/or displaying the September Awareness page in your car or place of business.

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Calendar of events

Sunday, Sept. 1

Jersey County Victorian Festival @ JerseyvilleHazel Dell Historic Farm, 25007 US Hwy. 67, Jerseyville History comes to life annual at the Jersey County Victorian Festival with a celebration of educational, historical and cultural aspects of our agricultural history. Experience the Civil War Era through re-enactments and encampments. Working crafts and demon-strations, antique displays, tours of the 1866 Fulkerson Mansion, period food and blue-grass music make this an outstanding family event. Admission is $10 for adults; children 12 and under are free. Parking is free.

“It’s a Square Deal” Exhibition Opening @ Jacoby Arts CenterJacoby Arts Center, 627 E. Broadway, Alton

Thirty-five local artists have produced original works on a 12” X 12” canvas which will be auctioned at the “Art and Soul” fund-raiser on Sept. 21. Meanwhile, this is your chance to join in the opening of a delightful show and look over these original works which could be used to start your own art collection!

Honey Crisp Weekend @ Eckert’s Farms Ride the wagon out to the orchard to pick-your-own apples.

St. Elmo Labor Day Celebration Main St. from 4th to 5th St., St. ElmoWeekend activities include Auction, Gospel Sing, Pancake Breakfast, bingo, parade, music and crafts.

St. Libory Schlambach Fest Wenneman Park, St. Libory

7am - 5pm JERSEY COuNTY VICTORIAN FESTIVAL @ JerseyvilleLocated 1.5 miles north of Jerseyville on Route 67 at the 60 acre Hazel Dell farm Large Civil War reenactment, sutlers, arts, crafts, antiques, large variety of festival food, steam engines, draft horses, tractors, threshing, saw milling, and plowing. The festival is centered around the 1866 Fulk-erson Mansion, which is open for tours. Adults-$10, Children under 13 free. Free parking. For more information call 618-498-5590

8am - 7pm Prairie Farms Summer Zoo Weekends@ St Louis Zoo 9am - 4pm ST. LOuIS ANTIQuE FESTIVAL @ Belle Clair Fairgrounds 9:30am -5:30pm ALL MONTH: Once upon a Time... E xploring the World of Fairy Tales @ The Magic House

Step inside beloved stories from around the globe in this hands-on exhibit that brings favorite multicultural fairy tales to life. Once Upon a Time...Exploring the World of Fairy Tales is the first nationally touring exhibit devoted exclusively to fairy tales and the breadth of their cultural significance. Enter the larger-than-life pages of these seven favorite tales: Anansi and the Talking Melon, Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella, The Elves and the Shoemaker, Jack and the Beanstalk, Lon Po Po and Thumbelina.

10am - 5pm Barnyard Olympics @ Eckert’s Farms Belleville Load up the kids and head out to Eckert’s to take place in our annual Barnyard Olym-pics! Kids will enjoy scoop shovel races at 11 am, corn shucking at 1 pm and a cherry seed spitting contest at 3 pm. Other activities include live music, carnival rides, animals

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for petting and pony rides. Event will take place from 10 am until 5 pm.

10am - 7pm Kaskaskia Immaculate Con-ception Church PicniKaskaskia Island Picnic games, tractor/truck pull, horse-shoe tournament, bingo, country store, food, tours of historic church and Liberty Bell of the West shrine. Proceeds will be used for maintenance of church and cemetery.

11am - 4pm Lost Egypt Camel Rides @ St Louis Science Center Begin your journey to Lost Egypt: Ancient Secrets, Modern Science with a ride on a real camel! The camel rides will take place outside of the main building at 5050 Oakland Ave. Rides are $5 for everyone. The camel can seat up to two children with one adult. Children ages 2 to 4 are required to ride with an adult. As an added feature, pet a baby camel for free! Rides are weather permitting and at the discretion of Double R Exotics.

11:30am - 4pm Leaps of Love 6th annual Yard Olympics @ ZOBRIST MOTOR-SPORTS complex Food will be provided, all we ask for is for everyone to bring their own beer/bever-age and a 10$ donation per player with all the proceeds going to LEAPS OF LOVE, an organization that helps families dealing with childhood cancer. There will be a bounce house for the kids and the pool will be open.

1pm - 9pm The Great Godfrey Maze Robert E. Glazebrook Community Park, 1401 Stamper Lane, Godfrey, IL 62035 Take an a-maze-ing adventure through the Great Godfrey Maze that is cut into seven acres of corn. Opening Labor Day weekend, the maze captivates thousands of visitors annu-ally. Navigating through the maze during the day is challenging, but navigating through after dark with a flashlight is an even greater adventure! For the thrill seekers, try navigat-ing the maze around Halloween when there is a haunted maze! For more info, call (618) 466-1483.

3pm - 6pm Air Force Band of Mid-Ameri-ca performs @ Hettenhausen Center The Hettenhausen Center for the Arts at McKendree UniversityAir Force Band of Mid-America kicks off the season in September! Reserved seats for all programs will be available to the public starting on Aug. 29. Buy tickets online at theHett. com, the box office, or by calling 618-537-6863 (1-800-BEARCAT, ext. 6863). All events are open to the public and held at the 488-seat performing arts center on campus. Ticket prices range from $5 for children to $26 for adults, with discounts for seniors and students. Many programs are free, including the speaker series, films, and several concerts.

3pm - 5pm Free Movie : Dennis the Men-ace @ Wildey Theatre

7pm - 9pm Alton Muny Band Concerts @ Alton Riverview & Haskell parks, 200 Piasa Street, Alton, IL. Join the Alton Muny for a summer full of free concerts. Concerts held Thursday evenings at Riverview Park and Sundays at Haskell Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. For more information, call (618) 465-6676. FREE

Monday, Sept. 2

Labor DayNational Blueberry Popsicle Day

Jersey County Victorian Festival @ Jerseyville, Honey Crisp Weekend @ Eckert’s Farms , St. Elmo Labor Day Celebration See Sept 1 For Details

Labor Day Parade @ Downtown BellevilleSplash City: last day of the season

8am - 7pm Prairie Farms Summer Zoo Weekends @ St Louis Zoo

9:30am - 4pm Lost Egypt Camel Rides @ St Louis Science Center Begin your journey to Lost Egypt: Ancient Secrets, Modern Science with a ride

on a real camel! The camel rides will take place outside of the main building at 5050 Oakland Ave. Rides are $5 for everyone. The camel can seat up to two children with one adult. Children ages 2 to 4 are required to ride with an adult. As an added feature, pet a baby camel for free! Rides are weather permitting and at the discretion of Double R Exotics

10am - 5pm Barnyard Olympics @ Eckert’s Farms Belleville Load up the kids and head out to Eckert’s to take place in our annual Barnyard Olym-pics! Kids will enjoy scoop shovel races at 11 am, corn shucking at 1 pm and a cherry seed spitting contest at 3 pm. Other activities include live music, carnival rides, animals for petting and pony rides. Event will take place from 10 am until 5 pm.

11am - 10pm Immaculate Conception Labor Day Picnic @ Columbia The “old church” on Main Street at Madison in Columbia Chicken dinners, featuring homemade pies for dessert, 11 a.m.; quilt and cash bingo, 1 p.m.; music begins at 4 p.m. Burg-ers, brats, and fish sandwiches. Games, raf-fles, prizes

5pm - 8pm Chick-fil-a - Family Night @ Green Mount Commons Featuring 99 cent kid’s meals and a family friendly activity

Tuesday, Sept. 3

Barkley the Dog’s Birthday (Sesame Street Character)

uncle Sam’s Birthday

9:30am - 10:15am Kids Art Programs @ The Magic House 9:30am - 10:30am Tales for Tots @ Chick-Fil-A at Green Mount Commons Kids can enjoy a story, activity and play-time with new friends.

10am - 10:30am Sniffle, Sneezy, Kachoo! Story Time @ Afterwords Books

2pm - 3pm After Baby @ Afterwords with Metamorphose Maternity @ Afterwords You’re invited to join Metamorphose Maternity for After Baby at Afterwords, a group supporting and educating parents about pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and early parenthood! New members are warmly welcomed as are wee ones in tow.

4pm - 7pm JERSEYVILLE FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET

Wednesday, Sept. 4Rosh Hashanah

AWANA @ Chick-Fil-A Green Mount Commons FREE KIDS MEAL for any child 12 and under wearing their AWANA vest (dine in only) !

8am - 1pm Volunteer Work Day @ Willoughby Heritage Farm These volunteer days are for outdoor work. Contact CARD for more details at (618) 346-7529. 10am - 11am Wednesday MorningPlay Dates @ the Contemporary Art Museum 4pm - 7pm Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market You will find an abundance of delicious fresh produce, crafts, baked goods, plants & flowers, handmade soaps, jewelry, artwork, pottery, art demonstrations, & more. Have breakfast at the market – coffee &breakfast items are available. Activities and entertain-ment offered every Saturday.

4:15pm - 5pm Aspiring Artist Classes @ The Magic House

5:30pm - 8pm Family Game Night @ Belleville Library

6pm - 8:30pm Art and Wine Cruise @ Grafton Harbor Channel your inner artist on the Hakuna Matata’s Art and Wine Cruise which features a one hour tour of the river and then the opportunity to paint with artist Nancy Goet-


ten on the docks of Grafton Harbor. Tickets are $5 for more information and to purchase tickets call 618-786-7678.

6pm - 7:30pm TAKING THE STING OuT OF HONEY @ Glen Carbon Library Learn about the honey bee, how they reproduce, and their enemies. Learn how to set up hives and how to run an apiary. Equipment will be brought in for demon-stration: a complete, empty hive, and some of the small tools used for inspecting hives. If possible an observation hive, completely enclosed in a glass box, will also be brought in. Registration is Required

Thursday, Sept. 5Be Late For Something Day

Cheese Pizza Day

9:30am - 10:15am Kids Art Programs @ The Magic House 10am - 11am Write Your Own Story @ Main Street Community Center Main Street Community Center, 1003 N. Main Street Edwardsville, Illinois Main Street Community Center is offering a wonderful opportunity to write your life story for your family! The “Write Your Own Story” class will be led by Center volunteer Mary Diamond along with other volunteers throughout the year who will provide you with a choice of topics each week (e.g. your favorite childhood memory, your high school years, your first job, etc.). You will choose a topic and write a page or two each time you attend the class. Classes

are not mandatory, but the more you attend, the more content you will have for your book. You may start the class at any time. The class will run through the second week in November. Then, the books will be com-piled for duplication and binding. The books will make special holiday gifts. Please bring a spiral-bound notebook and a pen/pencil – or a laptop computer. Cost is$1/class. Dupli-cation and binding will be voluntary. To find out more about the class, contact MSCC: 656- 0300 or [email protected].

4pm - 7pm Highland Farmers Market 4pm - 7pm Wood River Farmers’ Market 6pm - 8pm FREE Movie Night @ Collinsville Library

6pm - 8pm Twilight Thursdays @ Lewis & Clark Confluence Tower Want to catch the best view of the sunset? Twilight Thursdays at the Tower will give you an unforgettable look. Bring family, friends, a special someone or just take the time alone to calm down from a stressful day at work. Visitors are more than welcome to stay until night fall. This season, Twilight Thursdays are lined up with the lunar cycle. Expect a wonderful night sky during the weeks of a new and full moon. Tickets are $5. With tours more laid back on this evening, guests are able to stay up there as long as they like. Don’t forget to look at sunset times to plan your trip accordingly. Additional Details at www.ConfluenceTower.com

6:30pm - 7:30pm Jr. Friends @ The Glen Carbon Library

7pm - 9pm WATER SKI SHOW @ Alton Water Ski and Wakeboard Club Great River Road (IL-3) and Clifton Ter-race Road on the River Come down to the Alton Water Ski and Wakeboard Club’s ski site on the Mississippi River and join in the fun. The Ski Club provides an hour-themed show every Thursday at the site. Various water ski acts include jumps, swivel acts, girls ballet, barefooting and wakeboarding. Bring your lawn chair and find your spot on our beach. Free For more information visit www.altonski.com

8pm - 10pm Alton Muny Band Concerts @ Alton Join the Alton Muny for a summer full of free concerts. Concerts held Thursday evenings at Riverview Park and Sundays at Haskell Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. For more information, call (618) 465-6676. FREE

8pm - 11pm Paranormal Investigation @ Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference Center Here is your chance to be a part of a real paranormal investigative team as they explore the paranormal claims associated with Pere Marquette Lodge. Enjoy appetizers and one free drink while the team walks you through the process of hunting for the paranormal. Then join the professionals as they investigate the Lodge through the night. If evidence is found, a reveal will be held during breakfast the following morn-ing. WARNING, this is a real paranormal investigation and guests should be prepared to witness possible paranormal activity. Add this Paranormal investigation package for two people to your room reservation for an additional $65. Does not include taxes or room reservations. Call (618) 786-2331 for details and to make your reservations. Addi-tional Details at www.pmlodge.net

Friday, Sept. 6 Read a Book Day

Homestead Harvest Days @ Highland Louis Lazter Homestead, 1464 Old Trenton Road, Highland This three day event is packed with activ-ities including demonstrations of threshing, old-time crafts, gas and steam engines, antique tractors, kids’ activities and tours of the most modern house around in the early 900’s. Enjoy refreshments as you sit in the shade listening to old-time music.

Popeye Picnic @ Chester Celebration of native son cartoonist Elzie Segar, creator of Popeye the Sailor. Dedi-cation of sculpture of Popeye character (in 2010 it was Sea Hag), craft fair, live music, Saturday morning parade, Sunday night fireworks, dancing, sports. Free, some events charge fee. http://www.popeyepicnic.com/ Chester TrentonFest Town Party500 East Park Street, Trenton

Homecoming-type weekend town party with carnival, games, tractor shows, fireman muster, bands, and food & beverages Admis-sion: Free

Village of Shiloh Picnic Community Park, 13 Park Drive, ShilohThe 61st Shiloh Picnic begins at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. A spectacular fireworks show at 9:00 p.m. Events begin at 4:00 p.m. on Sat-urday. Both evenings you can enjoy carnival rides, various vendor booths, great food and music. Parking is free! FREE

9am - 3pm Girlie Girlz Gathering @ Belle Clair Exposition Center Everything a girl would want. Coffee, teas, spices, chocolates, wine tastings, Pam-pered Chef, Tupperware, clothes, jewelry, bows, feathers, hats, scarves and much, much more. Hundreds of vendors catering to the woman.

1pm - 3pm Ice Cream You Scream Grandparent’s Delight @ National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows Calling all grandparents...bring the grandkids in out of the heat and cool off with a free Ice Cream Specialty!

4pm - 8pm Fitness Fun Friday @The Magic House Bring your family to The Magic House for Fitness Fun Fridays where kids can stretch their muscles and their minds. Visi-tors don pedometers and find out just how much they move while playing throughout the museum. Each month features a differ-ent theme and fitness experience. Children can earn FREE admission by taking a fitness challenge online. And the first 100 families to register online for Fitness Fun Friday each month receive a backpack filled with health-related educational material and fit-ness equipment, including a pedometer and jump rope, sponsored by Centene. Here are the Fitness Fun Friday dates and themes for this summer

4pm - 9pm St. Joseph Parish Picnic @ Freeburg Friday fish fry, 4-9 p.m. Saturday events: Mass at St. Joseph’s Church, 4 p.m.; chicken dinner, 4-7:30 p.m., carry outs available; handmade quilt bingo, 6 p.m. Brats, burgers, fries, refreshments, homemade pies and cakes. Kids’ activities, basket stand, country store, I Dood It game, quilt raffle

5pm - 11pm St. Stephen Annual Festival @ Caseyville St. Stephen Catholic Church, 901 S. Main (IL Rt. 157), Caseyville There will be rides, tournaments, food and more!

6pm - 10pm Casino Royale @ St Louis Science Center Get a mathematical perspective on the roulette wheel and other popular casino games and try out some spy gadgets. Feel free to gaze at the stars with a free Public Telescope Viewing, and participate in free sci-fi trivia. Just for Adults

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6pm - 10pm Every Weekend through end of October: The Great Godf rey Maze Take an a-maze-ing adventure through the Great Godfrey Maze that is cut into seven acres of corn. Opening Labor Day weekend, the maze captivates thousands of visitors annually. Navigating through the maze during the day is challenging, but navigating through after dark with a flashlight is an even greater adventure! For the thrill seekers, try navigating the maze around Halloween when there is a haunted maze! For more info, call (618) 466-1483.

7pm - 9pm Movies @ Metter

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Homestead Harvest Days @ Highland, TrentonFest Town Party, Popeye Picnic @ Chester, Village of Shiloh Picnic, St. Joseph Parish Picnic @ Freeburg SEE SEPT 6 FOR DETAILS

Cache River Days @ ullin City Park - Johnson County Day-long event at Ullin City Park featuring food, music, exhibits, family activities, guided canoe tours through the Cache River Wetlands. 618-634-2231

City Wide Garage Sale / Fall Festival and Car Show - Troy

Fall Fest @ Troy Tri Township Park, 409 Collinsville Rd., TroyFall Fest will feature over 50 vendors and will also include a Troy City Wide Garage Sale, Bradley R. Smith Memorial Scholarship 5K, 2nd Annual Classic Car Show as well as refreshments, entertainments, games and free music. FREE

Wild Saturday @ St Louis Science Center

7:30am - 12pm Old Town Market @ Belleville Corner of 1st and West Main Street

8am - 12pm Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market Corner of 9th Street & Piasa St

8am - 12pm Goshen Market @ Edwardsville

9am - 3pm Girlie Girlz Gathering @ Belle Clair Exposition Center Everything a girl would want. Coffee, teas, spices, choc-olates, wine tastings, Pampered Chef, Tupperware, clothes, jewelry, bows, feathers, hats, scarves and much, much more. Hundreds of vendors catering to the woman.

9am - 12pm Heartland Prairie Restoration Days @ The Nature Institute - Godfrey Help remove invasive plants and shrubs from the prairie at Gordon Moore Park’s Heartland Prairie. A light lunch will be provided. 9 a.m. - Noon on the first Saturday of each month through October.

9am - 5pm PERE MARQuETTE RENDEZVOuS @ Grafton This event celebrates the pre-1840’s fur trade era with re-enactors camping along the Illinois River in teepees and period tents. Activities includes tomahawk and knife throw-ing competitions, black powder and archery contests, and other period demonstrations, food, crafts, and live entertain-ment. Free

10am - 12pm Kids Club Fall Crafts Powered by Elmer’s @ Michael’s Let the kids craft while you shop for only $2 per child, for 30 minutes of crafting fun. Kids will create Fall Crafts on September 7. All supplies are included. Register for a session every half hour from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

10am - 4pm Lewis & Clark Music Festival @ Lewis & Clark State Historic SiteLewis & Clark State Historic Site, 1 Lewis & Clark Trail, Hartford Join us for the annual Lewis & Clark Music Festival. Traditional music of the late 1700s and early 1800s will be performed by musicians playing fiddles, dulcimers and flutes. Watch, listen, and participate in this wonderful dance and music festival. Admission is free. For more information, call (618) 251-5811. Additional Details at www.campdubois.com

10am - 1pm Mushrooms with Maxine @ The Nature Institute The Nature Institute, 2213 S. Levis Ln, GodfreyJoin Master Naturalist Maxine Stone on a hike to identify mushrooms and get her great recipes. Limited availability. Pre-registration required. Additional Details at www. the-natureinstitute.org

10:30am - 11:30am Family Workshop @St Louis Art Museum

11am - 1pm Clydesdale Camera Day Anheuser-Busch Tour Center, 12th & Lynch Streets, St. Louis. Bring your camera for an up-close and personal visit with a world-famous Budweiser Clydesdale. This unique opportunity allows visitors to view and take photos with a Clydesdale. This event is held weather permitting on the first Saturday of each month. Stay for a free tour and samples in the Hospitality Room.

11am - 4pm Holistic FairHolistic Journey. 106 E. Main St, Belleville First Saturday of every month, our Holistic Fair features our service providers here to answer any questions and pro-vide mini-services. $1/min Chair, Foot massage and Reiki, $20 Readings, Ear Candling or Detox Foot Bath, $25 Aura Photos

1pm - 4pm Family Day @ St Louis Art Museum

1pm - 3pm Free Movie : Ice Age 4 @ Wildey Theatre

1pm - 3pm The Magic of Music @ Glen Carbon Library Music makes the world go ’round. Find out how many different ways there are to make music

1pm - 3pm Wilton Show IN Tell Saturday @ Michael’s Indulge your creativity with a free demonstration! Our Wilton instructor will show you how to create a unique and trendy cake.

4pm - 8pm Great River Safari @ Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary - West Alton Join the Audubon Center at Riverlands and Big Muddy Adventures for Great River Safaris. The Mississippi River and its bays and backwaters are abundant with birds and other wildlife. Traveling the quiet backwaters and bays in a guided voyageur canoe is one the best ways to view nature.

4pm - 11pm Rockn’ on the River @ Grafton Harbor Grafton Harbor 215 W. Water St. Grafton Grafton Harbor will be the site of the Rockn’ on the River festival. There will be music, food and drinks available. For more information, call (618) 786-7678. Additional Details at www.graftonharbor.net

4:30pm - 12am Our Lady Queen of Peace Festival @ Belleville 5923 North Belt West, Belleville Music; chicken dinner, 4-7 p.m.; bingo; silent auction; rides; games and booths for all ages; raffles and gambling games

5pm - 6pm Harvest Challenge 5K & Half Marathon @ McKendree university Alton Street at College Rd., LebanonRolling 5K course, 5K participants may also walk. Rolling to hilly scenic half marathon course (shopping district, residential area, farmland, meadows, one-lane bridges...and “Hill Country!”). Half marathon course closes at 10:30 a.m. Admission: $15=5K, $33=half marathon, more on race day 6:30pm - 10pm Trivia through the Decades @ Edwards-ville American Legion Post 199 58 South State Route 157, Edwardsville Proceeds from the event will benefit the 1820s Col. Benja-min Stephenson House.

7pm - 9pm Fall Concert Fest @ Eckert’s Farms, Belleville

7:30pm - 9:30pm Movies in the Park : Zookeeper @ City Park - Edwardsville

Sunday, Sept. 8National Grandparent’s Day

Homestead Harvest Days @ Highland, Village of Shiloh Picnic, Popeye Picnic @ Chester, PERE MARQuETTE RENDEZVOuS @ Grafton SEE SEPT 7 FOR DETAILS

9am - 11am September 11th Memorial 2nd Annual 5K Run @ Belleville 1pm - 3pm Stenciled Backgrounds Show IN Tell Sunday @ Michael’s Indulge your creativity with a free demonstration! Spritz and spray your way to beautiful projects. Join us September 8 from 1pm to 3pm. Come learn how to use stencils and sprays from Heidi Swapp.

3pm - 5pm Free Movie : M armaduke @ Wildey Theatre

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3pm - 5pm SIu-E Faculty Recital: Robert Raymond @ Edwardsville

7pm - 9pm Alton Muny Band Concerts @ Alton Riverview & Haskell parks, 200 Piasa Street, Alton Join the Alton Muny for a summer full of free concerts. Concerts held Thursday evenings at Riverview Park and Sun-days at Haskell Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. For more information, call (618) 465-6676. FREE

Monday, Sept. 9Teddy Bear Day

FREE BREAKFAST WEEK! @ Chick-Fil-A Green Mount Commons

12pm - 2pm Movie Matinee @ Edwardsville Public Library

4pm - 5pm Fun and Furry Reading Program


5:30pm - 9:30pm Rehearsals and Auditions@ Belleville Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Belleville Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, 116 N. Jackson St, Belleville Schedule an audition now. Call Petrina at 618-207-8009 or email [email protected] www.bellevillephil-harmonic.org

6pm - 8pm Bunko Night @ Eckert’s Farms, Belleville6pm - 7pm STARS with Dogs (Sit Together and Read Stories) @ Glen Carbon Library

Tueday, Sept. 10

9am - 10:30am You are “Something Special” @ Farmers Restaurant and Bakery, Highland9:30am - 10:15am Kids Art Programs @ The Magic House 9:30am - 10:30am Tales for Tots @ Chick-Fil-A at Green Mount Commons12:15pm - 2:15pm Collinsville Area Women’s Connection @ Gateway Center 4pm - 7pm JERSEYVILLE FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET

6pm - 8pm Guided Prairie Walks @ Gordon Moore Park, Alton Take a trip back in time to see what Illinois once looked like

6:30pm - 8pm Teen Read at West Branch

Wednesday, Sept. 11September 911 Remembrance Day

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AWANA @ Chick-Fil-A Green Mount CommonsFREE KIDS MEAL for any child 12 and under wearing their AWANA vest (dine in only)!

11:30am - 12:30pm September 11 Moment of Remem-brance Ceremony @ Belleville Firehouse #4 4pm - 7pm Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market 4:15pm - 5pm Aspiring Artist Classes @ The Magic House

6pm - 7pm unwrapping the Gift of ADD and ADHD @ Vitalize Family Chiropractic Vitalize Family Chiropractic, 4980 Benchmark Centre, Swansea Are ADD/ADHD really a disorder or a gift that needs to be unwrapped and embraced? Do you know a child or an adult with ADD or ADHD? If so, Vitalize Family Chiroprac-tic is hosting a FREE community workshop discussing the ways to manage ADD and ADHD without the use of med-ication! Join us for an informational evening. Please RSVP today at www.mychildshines.com and invite your friends, family and co-workers

7pm - 9pm Expressions - A Musical Experience @ GodfreyBenjamin Godfrey Chapel - LCCC 5800 Godfrey Road Godfrey The St. Louis Symphony Ensemble will perform. Free admission. For more info, call (618) 466-8353.

9pm - 10:30pm B-I-N-G-O @ Chick-fil-a Green Mount Commons

Thursday, Sept. 12

Chocolate Milkshake Day National Video Games Day

9:30am - 10:15am Kids Art Programs @ The Magic House 9:30am - 11am Totally Tots Playtime @ CARD 10am - 11am Write Your Own Story @ Main Street Community Center 4pm - 5pm Chess Club @ O’Fallon Public Library4pm - 7pm Highland Farmers Market 4pm - 7pm Wood River Farmers’ Market 5pm - 7pm Photo Fundamentals @ CARD6pm - 8pm FREE Movie Night @ Collinsville Memorial Library6pm - 7pm Dynamic Dance @ CARD

6pm - 8pm GuIDED PRAIRIE WALKS @ AltonGordon Moore Park, 4550 College Avenue, Alton Enjoy an evening walk as a guide from the Nature Insti-tute leads you through the Heartland Prairie at Gordon Moore Park. The park hosts nine species of native prairie grasses and 150 prairie wildflowers that are native to Madi-son County and surrounding Illinois counties. If you want to see wildflowers this is a great place and time to visit. Free For more information call 618-466-9930

6:30pm - 7:30pm YACK & YARN: KNITTING A SPIRAL SCARF @ Glen Carbon Library

7:30pm - 10:30pm The Drowsy Chaperone (Musical) @ Alton Little Theater The curtain rises on a present-day musical theatre fanatic eager to tell you about his favorite Broadway musical - The Drowsy Chaperone. As he begins listening to the rare cast recording, the show cleverly blooms to life, telling the hilar-ious tale of a pampered Broadway starlet and her debonair fiancé, an overzealous producer, a dizzy chorine, the Latin lover, and a couple of bumbling gangsters. Ruses are played. Hi-jinks occur. And the plot spins everyone into music a comedy euphoria

8pm - 10pm Alton Muny Band Concerts @ Alton Riverview & Haskell parks, 200 Piasa Street, AltonJoin the Alton Muny for a summer full of free concerts. Con-certs held Thursday evenings at Riverview Park and Sundays at Haskell Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. For more information, call (618) 465-6676. FREE

Friday, Sept. 13

Blame Someone Else DayFort une Cookie Day

Scooby Doo’s Birthday

Children’s Consignment @ Belle Clair Exposition Center

Okawville Wheat Fair and Festival This three day event has a queen pageant on Friday eve-ning at 7, carnival rides, food and drinks, games, antique tractor pull and a washers tournament on Saturday. Exhibits including farm and home making also 4-H and School proj-ects, large decorated float parade on Sunday at 2:00 p.m.

ST. AMBROSE APPLEFEST @ GodfreySt. Ambrose Church, 820 Homer Adams Pkwy. Godfrey St. Ambrose Church in Godfrey is holding its annual Applefest. The event will feature music, a 100-plus Basket Raffle, Money Raffle, St. Ambrose Got Talent Show, inflat-ables, games, paintball, fair food and more! Free For more information call 618-466-2921

10am - 6pm International Gem & Jewelry Show @ Gate-way Center

12:30pm - 6pm 26th Annual Althoff Catholic Golf Classic @ Stonewolf Golf Club For sponsorship and registration information please con-tact Laura Schumacher Advancement Office (618) 235-1124 1pm - 3pm Cooking Class @ Eckert’s Farms Fall Soup & Salad The cool fall months are a perfect time to start enjoying flavorful fall soups and complimentary sal-ads. We will use fresh fall produce to make soups and salads that are sure to please.

1pm - 3pm Ice Cream You Scream Grandparent’s Delight @ National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows Calling all grandparents...bring the grandkids in out of the heat and cool off with a free Ice Cream Specialty!4pm - 10pm Military Night @ Eckert’s Farms - Millstadt


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Tuesday September 17 5-8 PMJoin us for an evening of adventure. There will be fun and games for all, including a visit from a real life Pirate and Princess.

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Enjoy a fun-filled night on the farm picking apples, visiting farm animals, and exploring the farm’s exciting attractions. Everyone with a Military ID will receive 50% off admission

4pm - 10pm Scouting Night @ Eckert’s Farms - Millstadt Enjoy a fun-filled night on the farm picking apples, visiting farm animals, and exploring the farm’s exciting attractions. All Scouts in uniform will receive free admis-sion

5pm - 11pm St. Mary’s Church Fall Fest @ EdwardsvilleSt. Mary’s Church, Corner of Madison & Yale, Edwardsville St. Mary’s Fall Fest Join us for a wide array of family oriented entertainment, food and fun. With so much to offer, including children’s games, inflatable’s, paintball, picture booth, face painting, music and entertainment, the new St. Mary’s Fall Fest offers a weekend of fun for the entire family. To check out all the excitement, calendar of events and to purchase advanced discount-ed tickets, visit St. Mary’s website atwww.stmaryedw.org, or find St. Mary’s Fall Fest on Facebook. You can also call the parish office at 618.656.4857 for more information.

6:30pm - 12am Relay For Life @ Gibault Catholic High School Whatever your reason for fighting cancer, you can make a difference at the American Cancer Society Relay For Life. Join us to say “no more” to the disease that’s taken so much from so many. When we walk togeth-er, we are bigger than cancer

7pm - 9pm A Night at the Museums - Waterloo Monroe County History Museum 724 Elaine Drive. Waterloo Celebrate Waterloo and focus on our local history, businesses and community. Other upcoming events include

7pm - 8pm Family Night Hike @ Highland Silver Lake, 3099 Highland Park Road, Highland Follow the trail at Highland’s Silver Lake Park and look for a variety of animals and insects. Then, look to the stars through a telescope and see what hides in the sky. The evening finishes up with refreshments by the fire.

7pm - 9pm Haunted Hayrides @ Eckert’s Farms - Millstadt

7pm - 12am Mineral Springs ‘Friday the 13th’ Haunted Tour Mineral Springs Haunted Tours, 301 E. Broadway St., Alton Walking tour of 15 haunted locations, followed by an exclusive tour of the Mineral Springs Mall, a séance in the men’s pool and a Tarot card reading. $35 per person. For more info, call (618) 465-3200. Additional Details at www.mineralspringshauntedtours.com

7:30pm - 11pm 9th ANNuAL CO-ED KICKBALL TOuRNAMENT @ Edwards-ville Parks And RecWinston Brown Recreation Complex (Rotary & Jaycee Fields) 1325 Schiller Ave. Edwardsville

7:30pm - 9:30pm The Drowsy Chaperone (Musical) @ Alton Little Theatre

Sat Sep 14 National Cream Filled Donut Day

Okawville Wheat Fair and Festival, ST. AMBROSE APPLEFEST @ Godfrey SEE SEPT 13 FOR DETAILS

Apple Fest @ Eckert’s Farms Wagon rides, live entertainment, great festival foods, children’s activities and much more make this an apple pickin’ good time for everyone! Whether riding a pony or feeding a goat, your young‘uns will enjoy getting acquainted with common farm ani-mals. Children’s carnival and/or activities at all three farms. Funnel cakes, caramel apples and more to tempt your taste buds.

Children’s Consignment @ Belle Clair Exposition Center

Freeburg Chamber of Commerce Community Yard Sale

Songs4Soldiers benefit @ Columbia 1000 Columbia Ctr Drive, Columbia

7:30am - 12pm Old Town Market @ Belleville

8am - 12pm Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market

8am - 12pm Goshen Market @ Edwardsville

8am - 12pm Habitat Restoration Day @ Watershed Nature Center Our monthly efforts focus on invasive control and removal, replanting, and gen-eral site maintenance. Bring gloves, a water bottle, and tools like pruners and clippers, if you have them. Please register by contacting Watershed Nature Center at 618-692-7578

9am - 5pm Frontier Days @ Caseyville Re-enactor encampment showing life as it was during the frontier days. Talk to the re-enactors, watch the demonstrations and head to the kids area. Food and frontier wares available for purchase.

9am - 10am Missouri Atlatl Association @ Cahokia Mounds The atlatl is the weapon that transformed early humans from scavengers to big- game hunters such as the mammoth and the mastodon and predates the bow and arrow by thousands of years. The Missouri Atlatl Association, a group of primitive weapon enthusiasts will hold its annual competition and demonstration of this ancient spear throwing device. Free

9:30am - 11am Mommy and Me Cooking Class @ Eckert’s Farms

Autumn Yummies It’s time for fall and we’re excited to show you and your little one how to take advantage of all the wonderful pro-duce that it has to offer. We will create Ham & Sweet Potato Kabobs, Apple Lettuce Salad, and Corny Snack Mix.

10am - 4pm American Indian Educational Days @ Cahokia Mounds Featuring displays, booths with crafts, clothing, explanations of customs, culture, and believes. Activities available. Free

10am - 6pm ANNuAL ART FESTIVAL @ Grafton Beautiful art will be on display at the 7th Annual Grafton Art in the Park. Enjoy live music, food vendors, art activities, demon-strations and artists presenting their hand-made art, fine art, paintings, photography, glass, jewelry and much more. Free

10am - 12pm Kids Club Stamp a Scene Powered by Hero Arts @ Michael’s Let the kids craft while you shop for only $2 per child, for 30 minutes of crafting fun. Kids will create a stamped scene on Septem-ber 14. All supplies are included. Register for a session every half hour from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

10am - 4pm Massiac Marines Living Histo-ry Garrison@ Fort Massac Live History at Fort Massac! The Massiac Marines, French and Indian War period reenactors, will present displays, interpretive programs and play games of the French, American, and American Indians from the

18th century. Come and see how muskets were cleaned and maintained, clothes mend-ed, and things were fixed or used in a new way. FREE and family friendly!

10am - 11am Read to a Dog @ Edwards-ville Library

11am - 6pm CARLYLE WINE & ART FESTIVALBretz Wildlife Lodge & Winery, Carlyle Wine, Craft, & Artist Vendors Bretz Wildlife Lodge & Winery Fox Creek Hidden Lake $10 Entry Fee

11am - 12pm Family Science Saturday: Get Outdoors! @ St Louis Science Center Join us as we learn about the environ-ment through fun and interactive outdoor activities. Bring your walking shoes and get ready to explore our natural world! Cost: $10 per person The Family Science series will present monthly workshops (on the second Saturday of every month) open to families and adults that teaches you fun ways to share science at home. Children are encouraged and must be attended by a chaperone at a ratio of 1 adult for every 5 children.

12pm - 5pm 9th ANNuAL CO-ED KICKBALL TOuRNAMENT @ Edwardsville Parks And Rec Winston Brown Recreation Complex (Rotary & Jaycee Fields) 1325 Schiller Ave. Edwardsville

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1pm - 3pm Copic Markers Show IN Tell Saturday @ Michael’s Indulge your creativity with a free demonstration! Try your hand at Copic Coloring. Join us September 8 from 1pm to 3pm. We’ll show you how easy it is color stamped images with Copic markers.


1pm - 3pm Kid’s Cooking Class @ Eckert’s Farms Fall Harvest Foods Kick off fall with some fun and wholesome recipes that show off a few of the wonderful fruits and vegetables this time of year has to offer. We will create Ham & Sweet Potato Kabobs, Apple Lettuce Salad, Corny Snack Mix and a Sweet Surprise Cupcake.

1pm - 11pm St. Mary’s Church Fall Fest @ EdwardsvilleSt. Mary’s Church, Corner of Madison & Yale, Edwardsville St. Mary’s Fall Fest Join us for a wide array of family oriented entertainment, food and fun. With so much to offer, including children’s games, inflatable’s, paintball, pic-ture booth, face painting, music and enter-tainment, the new St. Mary’s Fall Fest offers a weekend of fun for the entire family.

1pm - 3pm STEM. Legos, & Hex Bugs @ Glen Carbon Library Looking for the building blocks of child-hood literacy?

2pm - 3pm West Belleville 5th Annual Wing Fling @ Belleville 5701 West Main Street, Belleville (At the intersection of West Main and Frank Scott Parkway Join the West Belleville Promotional Committee and the Greater Belleville Cham-ber of Commerce for this family event and competition to promote community pride and development in West Belleville and the greater Belleville community. The 5th annual wing cook-off will benefit WERC and West Belleville’s development committee. For more information, visit www.westbellevillewing-fling.com.

4pm - 12am St. Augustine of Canterbury Picnic @ Belleville910 W. Belle, Belleville Chicken dinner starts at 2:30 p.m. Quilt bingo 7 p.m. Polka music, Freefall band, kids rides, inflatables, games.

5:30pm - 8:30pm Murder Mystery Dinner: Death of a Blackheart @ Eckert’s Farms – Belleville Welcome aboard the largest, (and safest), cruise liner ever to sail the low seas. That’s right. Welcome aboard the Gigantic! But

wait! What do I hear? “Argggghhhhhhh!” Avast ye mateys and get yer gizzard ready to be robbed by the most famous pirate ever to pillage a maiden! That’s right! We’re talkin’ Captain Jack Blackheart! He’s the pirate that has cheated more people, emptied more pockets and pillaged more ladies that any politician. Gee. I hope no one kills him off. Show starts at 5:30,$40/person includes meal & entertainment.

7pm - 9pm Fall Concert Fest @ Eckert’s Farms- Belleville7pm - 9pm Haunted Hayrides @ Eckert’s Farms - Millstadt 7:30pm - 10:30pm The Drowsy Chaperone (Musical) @ Alton Little Theater 8pm - 11pm MICHAEL BuBLÉ @ Scottrade Center

8pm - 9pm Overnight Ghost Hunt @ YWCA of Alton Explore the huge labyrinth of the Alton YWCA building which sits in the middle of haunted Alton and look for the elusive ghosts who make the building their home. This overnight paranormal investigation will be hosted by the St. Louis Paranormal Research Society. Bring your own ghost hunting equipment or use equipment on hand. Admission is $50 per person and all proceeds go to the “Help Save the Alton YWCA” cam-paign. For more information please call (618) 340-5526. Advance reservations are required.

Sunday, Sept. 15

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Okawville Wheat Fair and Festival,. AMBROSE APPLEFEST @ Godfrey, CARLYLE WINE & ART FESTIVAL, ANNuAL ART FESTIVAL @ Grafton, Frontier Days @ Caseyville, and Apple Fest @ Eckert’s Farms SEE SEPT 13 FOR DETAILS Children’s Consignment @ Belle Clair Exposition Center

7am - 11am Pancake Breakfast @ Columbia Masonic Lodge 1207 North Main Street, Columbia

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2pm - 4pm The Drowsy Chaperone (Musi-cal) @ Alton Little Theatre 3pm - 5pm Free Movie : Chitty Chitty Bang Bang @ Wildey Theatre 7pm - 9pm Alton Muny Band Concerts @ Alton

Monday, Sept. 16National Play-Doh Day

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9:30am - 10:30am Wilderness Walk @ Watershed Nature Center Free and open to all ages


Tuesday, Sept. 17National Apple Dumpling Day

9:30am - 10:15am Kids Art Programs @ The Magic House

9:30am - 10:30am Tales for Tots @ Chick-Fil-A at Green Mount Commons

2pm - 3pm After Baby @ Afterwords with Met amorphose Maternity You’re invited to join Metamorphose Maternity for After Baby at Afterwords, a group supporting and educating parents about pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and early parenthood! New members are warmly welcomed as are wee ones in tow.

4pm - 7pm JERSEYVILLE FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET4:15pm - 5:15pm Cultural Adventure Club @ O’Fallon Public Library 5pm - 8pm Pirate and Princess Night @ Chick-Fil-A Green M ount Commons Join us for an evening of adventure. There will be fun and games for all, including a visit from a real life Pirate and Princess. Join us for face painting, balloon twisting, cannon ball tossing, sifting for gold and a chance to walk the plank!

8pm - 10pm SIu-E Jazz Combo Concert @ SIu-E

Wednesday, Sept. 18National Cheeseburger Day

AWANA @ Chick-Fil-A Green Mount RoadFREE KIDS MEAL for any child 12 and under wearing their AWANA vest (dine in only)!

12pm - 1pm LuNCH AND LEARN Cook-ing Class @ Eckert’s Farms Cooking from the Eckert Family Fall Cookbook Our cookbook is filled with deli-cious fall favorites- come taste for yourself! Slow Cooker Vanilla Apples, Pork Tender-loin with Apple Cider Reduction and the bestsweet potatoes you’ve ever had. Lunch portions will be served and 5cookbooks will be given away4pm - 7pm Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market

4:15pm - 5pm Aspiring Artist Classes @ The Magic House

6pm - 7pm PARENTING TODDLERS @ Glen Carbon Library Instructed by: Pediatrician Dr. Lizbeth Didriksen Registration: Registration is required Parenting toddlers can be challeng-ing at times. What do you do with a fussy eater? What is the age to potty train and which method is best? How do I get my tod-dler to stop throwing tantrums, especially in public? Find out all these answers and more during this PowerPoint presentation and dis-cussion session. Feel free to bring your own questions to find answers to make you the best and most confident parent you can be for your precious toddler

6:30pm - 8:30pm The Wiggles @ The Pea-body Opera House The Wiggles have been entertaining children for years with song and dance on the Disney Channel; now see Anthony, Jeff, and Murray perform LIVE! The stars of TV, video, and music are taking their show on the road. Don’t miss your chance to see the Wiggles! Buy the Wiggles tickets now!

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9:30am - 10:15am Kids Art Programs @ The Magic House 10am - 11am Write Your Own Story @ Main Street Community Center 4pm - 7pm Highland Farmers Market 4pm - 7pm Wood River Farmers’ Market

5pm - 9pm Downtown Diva Night @ Downtown Belleville Downtown Diva Night is an exciting ladies night out! During Diva sign-up, you will receive the Diva Gear for the month and a passport to guide your evening. You choose your adventure! Belleville has a variety of restaurants, bars, and shops featuring cloth-ing, shoes, jewelry, and art. Treat yourself or a friend with something from one of our many specialty shops. Stop at 7 businesses, spend some time, say hello, and get your passport stamped. Completed passports are returned at 8:00pm for the after party and Grand Prize drawing to be held. Bring a friend or two and enjoy an evening out! The cost is just $5.00 per Diva.

6pm - 8pm FREE Movie Night @ Collins-ville Library

6:30pm - 9:30pm Jazz Concert 4 the Cause @ The Weingarten The Weingarten, 1780 Illinois 15 Belleville Jazz Concert 4 the Cause featuring the Erin Bode Group on September 19th, 2013 from 6:30-9:30 pm. All proceeds benefit Hospice of Southern Illinois. $35/ticket. Visit www. hospice.org or call 618-235-1703 for more information.

6:30pm - 7:30pm Vision For Life @ Glen Carbon Library Instructed By: Dr. Julie Steinhauer, OD, FCOVD Do you ever skip words when read-ing? Do you avoid near work or reading? Do you ever forget what you’ve read? Do you


suffer from reduced comprehension? You may benefit from Vision Therapy. Vision Therapy helps diagnose your visual problems by the way you think and how you interpret what you see. In this workshop, you’ll learn to assess, test, and identify visual limitations that may be a factor in reading and near work tasks. Registration is required

7:30pm - 9pm MOMIX: Dancer Illusion-ists perform @ Hettenhausen Center The Hettenhausen Center for the Arts at McKendree University MOMIX: Botanica explores the music of nature as dancer-illusionists astonish the audience using only light, shadow, props and spectacular costumes.

7:30pm - 9:30pm MOONLIGHT HIKE @ GodfreyTalahi Lodge at the Olin Nature Preserve, Godfrey

7:30pm - 10:30pm The Drowsy Chaperone (Musical) @ Alton Little Theater

8pm - 10pm Alton Muny Band Concerts @ Alton Riverview & Haskell parks, 200 Piasa Street, Alton Join the Alton Muny for a summer full of free concerts. Concerts held Thursday evenings at Riverview Park and Sundays at Haskell Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. For more information, call (618) 465-6676. FREE

Friday, Sept, 20

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8:30am - 3pm STARNET Presents “Special Education Law in Illinois” @ Grace Church, Fairview HeightsGrace Church – Total Life Center, 5151 North Illinois Street, Fairview Heights This presentation will address a variety of special education issues and legal mandates that teachers and administrators face on a daily basis. Topics include records/confiden-tiality, Section 504, discipline, IEP develop-ment and parent communication.

10am - 8pm ACS Home Show @ Gateway Center

11am - 10pm ITALIAN FEST @ Collinsville This annual festival, which began in 1984, features the Paisan Pedal Push, 5K Run-Walk, continuous entertainment on three stages, Fest Olympics, Italian Cooking Con-test, Bocce Ball, Grape Stomp, Wine Garden, Craft Fair, Wine Making Contest, a Chil-dren’s area and But, the real calling card for the Italian Fest continues to be the authentic Italian fare. Free For more information visit www.italianfest.net

11am - 11pm Oktoberfest & Car Show @ Downtown Belleville Music by Straight 6 Band, 7-11 p.m. Friday. Saturday events: Classic car show, 9a.m.-4 p.m.; music by Rendition, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sh-Boom, 2-6 p.m.; Super Jam, 7-11 p.m. Food vendors.

12:30pm - 4:30pm AARP Safe Driving Workshop @ Glen Carbon Library Instructed By: Nadine Verderber Some drivers age 50+ have never looked back since they got their first driver’s licenses, but even the most experienced drivers can benefit from brushing up on their driving skills. This class will be a combination of Power-Point presentations, video, workbook, and discussion.

1pm - 3pm Ice Cream You Scream Grand-parent’s Delight @ National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows

5pm - 11pm HARVEST FEST @ JerseyvilleSt. Francis Xavier Holy Ghost School, Jer-seyville This family Fall Festival features games for kids and adults with entertainment for the whole family. There are numerous food stands, including fried fish, grilled pork chops and roasted sweet corn. The Harvest Fest also features a full country store with crafts, baked goods and much more and a huge basket raffle and grand prize drawing. There will be live entertainment throughout the weekend. Free For more information call 618-498-4823

5pm - 11pm Ss. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Fall Festival @ Swansea 405 Huntwood Road, Swansea Games, church tour, Greek music, cash bar. Greek food, including gyro, lamb, chick-en and pastries. Carryouts available

5:30pm - 9:30pm Free Family Night @ The Magic House

7pm - 9pm Haunted Hayrides @ Eckert’s Farms - Millstadt 7:30pm - 10: 30pm The Drowsy Chaperone (Musical) @ Alt on Little Theater

8pm - 11pm CHICAGO the Musical @ The Fabulous Fox Theatre A true New York City institution, CHI-CAGO has everything that makes Broadway great: a universal tale of fame, fortune and all that jazz; one show-stopping-song after another; and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. Whether you’ve seen the Academy Award®- winning film and want to experience the show live on stage or whether you’ve seen it before and want to recapture the magic, CHICAGO always delivers.

Saturday, Sept. 21

Oktoberfest DayMiniature Golf Day

Apple Fest @ Eckert’s Farms SEE SEPT14 FOR DETAILS

Art Walk @ Greenville Fine art, savory food and wine and delightful music are featured at this event sponsored by Our Common Ground. Artists from the St. Louis Metro region are spot-lighted at this outdoor event.

Arts on the Bluffs Art Walk @ Columbia Art and artist demonstrations, music, food and activities.

Lincoln Place Heritage Festival @ Granite City Lincoln Place Community Center, 822 Niedringhause Ave., Granite City Armenian, Mexican, Macedonian and Bulgarian ethnic foods and pastries for sale. Free, continuous ethnic entertainment, featuring dancers, vocalists and music from Russia, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Armenia, Mex-ico, Spain, Croatia, Scotland, Celtic Hapr, Appalachian mountain dulcimer and Italian opera. Lincoln Place historical displays, quilts, Eastern European costume displays. Children activities.

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7am - 10am MILES FOR MESO @ AltonSimmons Law Firm, 1 Court St., Alton This annual event is 5K Race & 2K Fun Run/Walk that winds through the historic, brick streets of downtown Alton. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top elite runners and the top three finishers in the age group race. Age group medals will also be awarded. Registration Fee. 100 percent of registration fees benefit research for mesothelioma, one of the most aggressive types of cancer. For more information visit the event website

7am - 9am Mutt & Me 5K Run / 1 Mile Walk Starting at the Centennial Pavillion 5K Run / 1 Mil Fun Walk, vendors and music.7:30am - 12pm Old Town Market @ Belleville8am - 3pm “Paint Historic Belleville” Plein Air Auction and Street Fair8am - 12pm Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market 8am - 12pm Goshen Market @

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8am - 11am Relevant Pregnancy Options Center 5K Life Run & 2M Walk For Life @ Highland All proceeds will benefit the ministry of Relevant Pregnancy Options Center which provides Options, Support and Education for individuals facing an unplanned preg-nancy.

9am - 4pm BELLEVILLE FLEA MARKET @ Belle-Clair Fairgrounds

9am - 10pm Mississippi Earthtones Festival @ AltonRiverfront Park, Alton Come celebrate life on the Mississippi River through art, music, and conservation! The event will kick-off with a river clean-up beginning at 9 am. The festival is part of a statewide celebration of our rivers and an opportunity to learn more about the envi-ronmental issues in our region and solu-tions. The festival will feature informational booths on ecology, native plants & animals, and recycling, as well as arts & crafts, food

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9am - 11pm Oktoberfest & Car Show @ Downtown Belleville

9:30am - 11am Mommy and Me Cooking Class @ Eckert’s Farms Autumn Yummies It’s time for fall and we’re excited to show you and your little one how to take advantage of all the wonderful produce that it has to offer. We will create Ham & Sweet Potato Kabobs, Apple Lettuce Salad, and Corny Snack Mix.

10am - 4pm 17th Illinois Territorial Rang-ers Garrison @ Fort Massac 1308 East Fifth Street Metropolis, IL 62960 Ft Massac State Park Live History at Fort Massac! Garrison for the 17th Illinois Territorial Rangers, 1811- 1814 reenactors present a living history program. FREE and family friendly!

10am - 6pm Art on the Bluffs Art Walk @ Columbia Many talented artists, music, food and activities. FREE

10am - 12pm Kids Club Owl Puppet: @ Michael’s Let the kids craft while you shop for only $2 per child, for 30 minutes of crafting fun. Kids will create an owl puppet on September 21. All supplies are included. Register for a session every half hour from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. 10am - 3pm Monarch Migration @ Wet-lands Center Wetlands Center, Cypress Learn about monarch’s life habits and journey to Mexico and back, help capture and tag monarchs for Monarch Watch pro-gram. 618-657-2064 Cypress

10:30am - 2:30pm Great Green Adven-tures: Preparing for Winter @ Missouri Botanical GardenMissouri Botanical Garden, 4344 Shaw Blvd., St. Louis Winter will soon be approaching. Kids can search the Missouri Botanical Garden and discover what the plants and animals do to prepare for winter. For children ages 6-12 with an adult.

10:30am - 10pm HARVEST FEST @ Jerseyville

11am - 6pm Fort Kaskaskia Music Festival @ ChesterFort Kaskaskia State Historic site, Chester Fort Kaskaskia State Historic site with food, crafts, dance, music featuring blue-grass, Cajun, Celtic, and country. Admission: $7. 618-284-7230 Chester

11am - 10pm ITALIAN FEST @ Collinsville

11am - 6pm Lincoln Place Heritage Festival @ Granite City

12pm - 10pm Ss. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Fall Festival @ Swansea


1pm - 3pm Kid’s Cooking Class @ Eckert’s Farms Fall Harvest Foods Kick off fall with some fun and wholesome recipes that show off a few of the wonderful fruits and vege-tables this time of year has to offer. We will create Ham & Sweet Potato Kabobs, Apple Lettuce Salad, Corny Snack Mix and a Sweet Surprise Cupcake.

1pm - 5pm Mineral Springs Haunted Autumn Equinox Extravaganza Mineral Springs Haunted Tours 301 E. Broadway St. Alton Speakers, vendors, book signing, free Tarot card readings by Chrystal Beacon, door prizes, drawings for free ghost tour and museum tickets. For more info, call (618) 465- 3200.

1pm - 2pm Teen Career Day @ Edwards-ville Library 2pm - 5pm CHICAGO the Musical @ The Fabulous Fox Theatre

6pm - 7pm Belleville Appreciation Day Football Game @ Lindenwood university- Belleville Belleville Appreciation Football Game, LU-Belleville vs. Kentucky Wesleyan

7pm - 9pm Fall Concert Fest @ Eckert’s Farms, Belleville7pm - 9pm Haunted Hayrides @ Eckert’s Farms - Millstadt 7pm - 12am Mineral Springs Haunted Tour @ Alton7:30pm - 10: 30pm The Drowsy Chaperone ( Musical) @ Alton Little Theater 8pm - 11pm CHICAGO the Musical @ The Fabulous Fox Theatre

Sunday, Sept. 22

First Day of AutumnElephant Appreciation Day

Apple Fest @ Eckert’s Farms

6:30am - 7:30am Fall Equinox Sunrise Observance @ Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site Observe the fall equinox sunrise and learn of the discovery, form and function of an ancient post circle called Woodhenge that was used as a solar calendar by the Cahokians. No ceremony or ritual is pre-sented. Woodhenge is located 1/2 mile west of Monks Mound and the main entrance to the site. For more information call 618-346-5160

10am - 6pm Plow for a Cure @ Breese Breese Road and Drive In Road Clinton County Relay for Life Fundraiser Plow for a Cure....It’s not just for plowing, there’s something for everybody. Come join the fun!! All classic and antique tractors welcome to the tractor show!! Raffle tickets are available for a 3020 John Deere or 706 International. $20 or 6 for $100 Raffle and Auction start at 4:00pm. Bags Tournament

and Tug of War Contest start at 1:00. Other activities include: Ladies Skillet Toss, I Dood it Game, Basket Raffle, Country Store. Plenty of music, food, drinks, homemade ice cream, and other activities for all ages! “EVERYBODY KNOWS SOMEBODY” THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT! Fundrais-er for Cancer Research

11am - 11pm HARVEST FEST @ Jer-seyville

11am - 3pm Kids’ Flea Market @ The Magic House The Magic House is looking for enter-prising kids 16 years and younger to sell their handmade craft items, outgrown toys, books, baseball cards, games and more at the Museum’s Annual Kids’ Flea Market. Not only is this a great opportunity for kids to make their own money, but they can also earn extra points with their parents by cleaning out their rooms! This event is great for bargain hunters as well and is open to the public for shopping. There will be all kinds of hidden treasures to discover. The Kids’ Flea Market will take place at Kirkwood School District’s Nipher Middle School track located next to The Magic House, rain or shine. Cost: $15 per table Reservations are not required to shop.

12pm - 4pm PONY RIDES @ Liberty Prairie FarmLiberty Prairie Farm, 7026 State Route 140, Edwardsville

12pm - 6pm Ss. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Fall Festival @ Swansea 1pm & 6:30 pm CHICAGO the Musical @ The Fabulous Fox Theatre7pm - 9pm Alton Muny Band Concerts @ Alton

Monday, Sept. 23Checkers Day & Dogs in Politics Day


6pm - 8pm Bunko Night @ Eckert’s Farms, Belleville

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AWANA @ Chick-Fil-A Green Mount Crossing FREE KIDS MEAL for any child 12 and under wearing their AWANA vest (dine in only)!

4pm - 7pm Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market 4:15pm - 5pm Aspiring Artist Classes @ The Magic House

6pm - 7pm BPL Coupon Club @ Belleville Main Library Interested in saving money? Got some money saving tips? Want to learn how it’s done? Come join your fellow savvy money savers! The Coupon Club meets the 4th Wednesday of the month. Any questions? Call Kelly at 234-0441

6pm - 7:30pm Cook Once, Eat Twice @ Glen Carbon Library Instructed By: Library Associate Ellora Ladd Preparing a meal can be stressful as you hurry from task to task: Wash! Chop! Mix! Cook! Stir! Learn the technique of “cook once, eat twice.” By planning com-plementary menus based around key foods prepared in larger amounts for one recipe the first night allows you to create an entirely different recipe within the next night or two. Recipe cards will be available to all partici-pants. Two meal conversion demonstrations: 1.Rotisserie Chicken turns into Chicken Enchiladas 2. Spaghetti turns into Spaghetti Pie. Registration is required and available online.

9pm - 10:30pm B-I-N-G-O @Chick-fil-a Green Mount Commons Come and play Bingo for your chance to win Chick-fil-A food and merchandise.

Thursday, Sept. 26

Johnny Appleseed Day

Disney On Ice : 100 Years of Magic @ Chaifetz Center Thu Sep 26, 2013 - Mon Sep 30, 2013 Join the celebration as more than 60 of Disney’s unforgettable characters from 18

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9:30am - 10:15am Kids Art Programs @ The Magic House2pm - 6pm American Red Cross Blood Drive @ Glen Carbon Library4pm - 7pm Highland Farmers Market 4pm - 7pm Wood River Farmers’ Market

6pm - 9:30pm Adult Flight Academy @ St Louis Science Center During this special three-day program, our expert staff will train you using flight simulators at the Science Center before you take to the air in a Cessna 172. This unique program combines instructional program-ming from a licensed pilot at the Science Center, as well as an opportunity to pilot a real plane!

6pm - 8pm Collinsville Memorial Library Center Thursday Night at the Movies

6pm - 8pmCooking Class @ Eckert’s Farms Guest Chef: Mary Gutzler - Fresh Mex-ican Cuisine Join guest Chef and Caterer, Mary Gutzler, for an evening of Mexican cuisine highlighting fresh produce. Mary’s love of Mexican cooking shines through in her delicious recipes for Mexican Salad, Fresh Pico Salsa, Carnitas with Mexican Rice and Fried Churros.

6pm - 8pm GuIDED PRAIRIE WALKS @ Alton Gordon Moore Park, 4550 College Ave-nue, AltonGordon Moore Park, 4550 College Avenue Enjoy an evening walk as a guide from the Nature Institute leads you through the Heartland Prairie at Gordon Moore Park. The park hosts nine species of native prairie grasses and 150 prairie wildflowers that are native to Madison County and surrounding Illinois counties. If you want to see wildflow-ers this is a great place and time to visit. Free For more information call 618-466-9930

8pm - 10pm Alton Muny Band Concerts @ Alton

Friday, Sept. 27

Native American Day

D isney On Ice : 100 Years of Magic @ Chaifetz Center

Nashville Fall Festival Nearly 100 vendors and food booths. Live music, petting zoo, children’s pet parade, more. On the courthouse lawn and around the square, rain or shine. Sponsored by Nashville Chamber of Commerce. In con-junction, Nashville Public Library used book sale on Thurs preview night with special admission charge, all day Fri, and Sat until noon. 618-327-3700

TOCO Family Festival @ Jellystone ParkJellystone Park in Eureka, MO. Camping, diverse music, fun for the whole family! Please mark your calendars!

1pm - 3pm Ice Cream You Scream Grand-parent’s Delight @ National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows Calling all grandparents...bring the grandkids in out of the heat and cool off with a free Ice Cream Specialty!

5pm – 9:30 am Saturday Boy Scout Camp-In @ St Louis Science Center An overnight experience just for Webe-los! Enjoy the Science Center after hours and earn your Scientist Badge through fun activ-ities and demonstrations. $45 per person. For more information, call 314.289.4424.

6pm - 10pm The Great Godfrey Maze

6:30pm - 11:30pm Projecting Success Fundraiser @ Edwardsville LeClaire Room at N.O. Nelson Campus, 622 Troy Road, Edwardsville, IL 62025 Scott Credit Union and Bella Milano will host a “Projecting Success” evening to benefit District 7. The evening will feature a dinner, auction and live music by The Robert Perry Band with the Original Mojos. This event will help District 7 raise money to purchase 370 PolyVision Boards to put in classrooms throughout the Edwardsville School District. Tickets are $50 per person, and reservations can be made in advance by contacting Ashleigh Deatherage 618-381-7214

7pm - 9pm Haunted Hayrides @ Eckert’s Farms - Millstadt

8pm - 11pm Alton Hauntings Bus Tour First Unitarian Church, 110 E. Third St., Alton Join the Alton Hauntings crew for a tour of Haunted Alton sites aboard the evening’s ghost bus, featuring favorite locations and sites that aren’t offered on our walking tours! Join us for a journey back into the history of “one of the most haunted small towns in America” and experience locations like the Underground Railroad chambers of the Enos Sanatorium, Hop Hollow Road, the Alto n Penitentiary, First Unitarian Church, a special visit to the spook-infested wine cellar of the McPike Mansion and more!. Limited Spots Available for all Bus Tours! Departs at 8 p.m. from the Unitarian Church on Third St. in Downtown Alton. The cost is $40 per person. For more information, go to www.AltonHauntings.com.

Saturday, Sept. 28

Disney on Ice: 100 Years of Magic @ Chaifetz Center, TOCO Family Festival @ Jellystone Park, Apple Fest @ Eckert’s Farms, Nashville Fall Festival SEE SEP 27 FOR DETAILS

Columbia Poker Walk Tiny’s Pub & Grill, 602 N. Main St., Columbia 5k or 10k walk in Columbia. For more information visit www.illinois-trekkers.org. Admission: $3

Strange Folk Festival @ O’Fallon Commu-nity Park Affordable counter-culture eclectic art every September at the Heartland’s largest outdoor indie art festival. Voted “Best of St. Louis” by Riverfront Times. Free admission, free parking, family-friendly, live music, free wi-fi, activities for kids. FREE

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10am - 12pm Kids Club Silly Monsters @ Michael’s Let the kids craft while you shop for only $2 per child, for 30 minutes of crafting fun. Kids will create silly monsters on September 28. All supplies are included. Register for a session every half hour from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

10am - 2pm Yanda Cabin @ Glen Carbon148 Main Street, Glen Carbon It’s a new season for the Yanda Log Cabin. We’ve made some changes over the winter, with more to come, so please plan to stop by sometime this summer to check out our newest/ oldest exhibit in town! We look forward to seeing you!

11am - 10pm FALL CORN FESTIVAL @ GodfreyGlazebrook Park, 1401 Stamper Lane, Godfrey This annual fall corn festival includes music, petting zoo, pony rides, inflat-ables,games, arts & crafts, face painting, games, vendors , a Corn Eating Contest, and the Great Godfrey Corn Maze. Free to fes-tival, some activities require a fee For more information call 618- 466-1483

12:30pm - 1:30pmCreative Kids Art Class @ SWICSchmidt Art Center, SWIC, Belleville

“Painting Leaves with Gustav” $5 per person Ages 5 and up After a brief tour of the exhibition, children and their adults will create art related to the current exhibits. Please call to register by the Wednesday before the session

1pm - 3pm Cooking Class @ Eckert’s Farms Fall Harvest Join our culinary team as explore some of the Eckert families favorite fall recipes found in the Eckert’s Fall Cook-book. We will showcase some fresh fall produce as well as a savory meat entrée and delicious fall themed dessert.

1pm - 3pm Envelope Punch Board Show IN Tell Saturday @ Michael’s Indulge your creativity with a free demonstration! Try the new We RMemory Keepers Envelope Punch Board. We’ll show you how easy it is to create envelopes in many sizes.


1pm - 3pm Once upon an Art @ Glen Carbon Library Art is a picture perfect way for children to communicate. Register here for Saturday afternoon sessions September through November.

1:30pm - 3:30pm Family Med School Basics @ St Louis Science Center Lungs and Respiratory System Come and spend an afternoon with us and medical stu-dents and researchers from Washington Uni-versity Medical School. Learn about human anatomy and physiology, as well as diseases and ways to stay healthy. Each session is limited to 40 participants. Parents must accompany their children (5th grade and older). Click here for more family science program information. Location: Life Science Lab, First Level Cost: $10 ($8 Members) per person per session $35 ($30 Members) per person for all 4 sessions) Reservations: Call 314.289.4424 For Kids & Familes

4pm - 11pm St. Clare Oktoberfest @ O’Fallon St. Clare Catholic Church, O’Fallon Fun run/walk at 8 a.m. Fest features Ger-man dinner, carnival foods, beer and wine garden, kids games, inflatables, bingo, basket raffles, games of chance, live music.

6pm - 7pm Belleville 200 Trivia Night @ SWIC SWIC Varsity Gymnasium 2500 Carlyle Ave. Belleville Trivia Night to benefit Belleville’s 200th Anniversary Celebration (1814-2014) Reser-vations: (618) 233-6769 (Belleville Tourism)

6pm - 7pm Dinner with Mr. Lincoln’s Friends @ Alton My Just Desserts 31 E. Broadway St. AltonEnjoy a meal that would have been served at Lincoln’s table. As you dine on a four-course meal, be entertained by Lincoln and Civil War vignettes from the cast of Alton Little

Theater. Tickets are $35 per person and must be purchased in advance. For more info, call (618) 462-5881. Additional Details at www.myjustdesserts.org

7pm - 9pm Fall Concert Fest @ Eckert’s Farms, Belleville7pm - 9pm Haunted Hayrides @ Eckert’s Farms - Millstadt

8pm - 11pm McPike Mansion Night Tour McPike Mansion 2018 Alby St. Alton, IL Learn the history of the McPike Mansion and take a look at the documented photos of the mansion and paranormal activity. Then, take a tour of the surrounding grounds and the crypt. Talking with the spirits with Dowsing rods and join us for a dark session in the cellar with our experienced medium. Tour lasts approximately 90 minutes. The cost is $20 per adult; children ages 13-17 are $10 and children ages 6-12 are $5. All proceeds go toward the restoration of the mansion. For more information, contact Sharon at (618) 462-3348 Additional Details at www.mcpikemansion.com

Sunday, Sept. 29

Confucius Day

Disney On Ice : 100 Years of Magic @ Chaifetz Center , Apple Fest @ Eckert’s Farms

C olumbia FestiFall @ Metter Park Music by the “Well Hungarians” (country group of the year), unique food and mer-chandise vendors, wine tasting and lots of great fall activities for the kids. FREE

Germantown Fire Department Shooting Match Schoendienst Field, Sycamore St., Ger-mantown, IL 62245 (618)523-4317 Shooting match, raffle, food and beverage. FREE

9am - 2pm 50/50 Antique Auction @ The Colonel Benjamin Stephenson House409 South Buchanan, Edwardsville Come find an antique treasure at the annual 50/50 Antique Auction. A variety of collectibles are offered including: ceramics, crocks and jugs, Native American artifacts, old pocket knives fishing equipment, holiday decor, costume jewelry, toys and furniture. Auction takes place on the grounds of the historic home. For more information: 618-692-1818. House tours will not be available during this event

9am - 11am Green Halloween Swap & Shop @ Glen Carbon Library

9am - 5pm RIVERSIDE FLEA MARKET @ Loading Dock – Grafton

11am - 3pm APPLE FESTIVAL @ Pere Marquette State Park Set right in the heart of Illinois apple country, Pere Marquette Lodge is excited to celebrate a delicious staple in every Amer-ican diet…apples. Whether they are green, red or a mixture of the two, apples will be

the star of the day and Pere Marquette Lodge has plenty of celebrate. Apple Festival goers will enjoy live music as they peruse specialty vendors who sell everything from warm apple pie to the areas best apple cider and even apple crafts and jewelry. Try your luck at the Apple Pie Walk at 2pm and you could take home an Apple Pie of your very own. Proceeds will be donated to the Friends of Pere Marquette State Park Foundation

12pm - 4pm ARTIFACT IDENTIFICATION DAY @ Cahokia Mounds Archaeologists will identify artifacts brought in by the public, as to culture, time period, material and function. No monetary appraisals will be given. Free For more information call 618-346-5160

1pm - 6pm Columbia FestiFall

1pm & 3pm Girl Scout Class @ Edwardsville Children’s Museum Create a beautiful landscape painting while experiencing the beauty of nature through art! Session will fulfill badge requirements for Artist-Painting. To register, call the Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois at 800-345-6858

3pm - 5pm Free Movi e: Dolphin Tale @ Wildey Theatre

7pm - 9pm Alton Muny Band Concerts @ Alton

Monday, Sept. 30

National Mud Pack Day

9am - 11am Green Halloween Swap & Shop @ Glen Carbon Library


6pm - 9pm National Night Out @ Alton Alton Riverfront Amphitheater #1 Henry St. Alton Have fun downtown at Alton Riverfront Amphitheater during the National Night Out celebration. For more info, call (618) 463-3580. Additional Details at www. River-frontAmphitheater.com

6pm - 7pm Savings As A Lifestyle: Online Savings @ Glen Carbon Library Instructed By: Julie Brockmeier How can you use the internet to save money? Balancing the family budget can be tough, no matter what your income is. Fortunately, the internet makes saving money a snap by allowing you to compare prices and explore deals in your town and around the world. Rather than cutting out all your favorite extras, check out these top money-saving sites to learn how to get the most from your money. This session will cover SwagBucks, Ebates, Living Social, Groupon, and other websites all geared to save you money. Regis-tration is required and available online.

7pm - 8pm Polaris: Learn All You Can Do @ Edwardsville Public Library

Melodic Rhythms110 North High Street

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Breese IL 62230

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“How much practice does my child need to learn an instrument well?” I believe that I answer this question daily. Practice makes perfect is the old expression and one that I truly believe in whole-heartedly. It’s takes 10,000 hours to master anything. However, how much a student needs to practice is not a simple question with one simple answer. There are several different ways of prac-tice that improve your student and some ways that can hinder your student. Understanding practicing habits and methods will help you help your student. The first and most important aspect of practicing is that the ex-act amount of time that a student practices is less important than practicing daily. It is much more beneficial to practice fifteen to thirty minutes each day than it is to practice three hours once a week in one sitting. I always strive to have students practice the same fifteen minutes or thirty minutes each day. This way when it’s 5:00 (say) they know that it’s practice time and can get into a comfortable routine. Music shares a lot of characteristics with math. When students learn how to do a math function, they remember how to do it through repetition. When that repeti-tion has a long break, it’s very easy to forget how to perform that function. I’m sure that most have looked at a math problem that they knew how to do easily in the past but have no clue how to perform now (I know I have). Music is the same way. If you take too much time between practice, you risk forgetting how to play correctly and then can build in bad playing habits. Practicing should be more than just repetition and memoriza-tion, it should also have an aspect of fun. I tell all of my students every lesson that we are here to learn and to have fun. If we don’t have both then we will never learn. Students should use their practice time to work on their assignments from the teacher and also be encouraged to explore the instrument and improvise. I would say that even one-third of their practice time should be dedicated to exploration and improvisation. This may seem like they are just “playing around” on the instrument but it develops creativity and allows them to feel more comfortable with the instrument and understand it’s abilities and limitations. Another very important aspect of practice is the environment and mood. A student needs to have a practice spot that promotes

comfort and is not stressful. It’s is almost impossible to learn how to do anything new under stress. Sending a student to practice just to fill the implied time require-ments does not really do much good. It’s much better to make practice a fun time that they will want to do more and on their own. Music is sup-posed to be fun but sometimes it can be very difficult also, which brings me to my next point... Sometimes, it’s best to not practice. This is not the norm but it does occur. I’ve had some very good students that I’ve shocked the parents by telling them not to practice in the upcoming week. This can help when a student is working in bad habits because they don’t truly understand the material or if they are working on a difficult piece that has pushed them to the brink of frustration. It seems that when frustration sets in, sometimes we can look “through” the music on the stand instead of reading it. Taking a break from practicing and resetting allows us to almost see it from a different angle and a different perspective. Then we might see it correctly and realize that we were just viewing it wrong. If this is the case, I would make sure that this break from practicing is proscribed by their teacher and not just an excuse from the student. “How do you get to Carnegie Hall?” Practice, Practice, Prac-tice. Any teacher will tell you that sometimes life gets in the way and if a student misses a day here or there that the damage is not significant but that if the missed days become more normal than the practice then it does. No matter the practice routine, en-couragement from the parents and teacher will go a long way to making your student a maestro.

Practice, We talkin’ about practice?


By Dr. Almeda Lahr-Well, Founder, President & Director of Lahr-Well Academy in Edwardsville, Illinois

Research shows that the United States abandoned pho-nics after World War II. (Sometimes we don’t even need research to discover that. Sometimes school districts, and reading professionals, seem to express a sentiment of “pride” in not teaching phonics.) Most of the “reasoning” behind that decision seems to be that the subject of phonics was, and is, “out of date.” That same kind of mentality has helped U.S. education also abandon multiplication facts, English grammar rules, diagramming, penmanship, com-position, economics...and now more recently...history! Re-member Edmund Burke’s: “Those who do not know history are destined/doomed to repeat it”? Do you think that is just a “funny” quote? Perhaps it would be funny, if it weren’t so scary! (Oh, yes, the subjunctive mood has long been forgotten as a grammatical “staple” in the U.S.) The U.S. has also stepped into this modern 21st century, having passed through more than one century, discouraging children to speak, or even to study, foreign languages. Music and art instruction, in the traditional, educational environment, are becoming extinct. So, what kind of impact does “throwing the baby out with the bath water” have on U.S. students? Research also continues to show that reading scores in the United States have continued to drop since World War II...and that the U.S. was already testing internationally...almost a decade ago...40th (behind 3rd world countries) in math and science. (“And” you wonder why U.S. students are not gaining professional positions in U.S. leadership roles?) Hmmm, let’s see. Could there be any connection be-tween the U.S. abandoning these subjects... and the U.S. testing so far behind much of the rest of the world? If these basics are being thrown out of U.S. educational curriculum, just what...exactly...is being taught to Johnny and Janie? Is there any chance Johnny and Janie cannot read and cannot implement math facts because of this “course” deviation? Is there any way you, as a parent, can remediate the course direction? Yes!!! As a matter of fact, parents who want more for their children, parents who are self-motivated, can plan course corrections for their own children. Parents can teach their children phonics, reading comprehension, math facts, excellent penmanship, composition, history, music, art,

foreign languages, how to balance a check book, how to avoid credit-card debt, and how to plan a budget...”on the side”! “On the side” of what, you might ask. “On the side” of 13 years of education, I would say! You do not have to be a “degreed” teacher to teach your child! You can help your child overcome deficits ...and excel! You can teach your child to read by teaching phonics, “see and say,” and reading comprehension. My curriculum calls for 7 years of phonics, 13 years of reading comprehension, 13 years of math facts, penmanship, composition, history, music, art, economics, and 4 foreign languages! There are books “out there” to help you as parents. Just...ask me!

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Metro East Parent September 2013 Issue